The One
The Life and Music of James Brown
[James Brown] By R. J. Smith
Paperback Book
Item: 74-1592407422
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The definitive biography of James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, with fascinating findings on his life as a Civil Rights activist, an entrepreneur, and the most innovative musician of our time. Playing 350 shows a year at his peak, with more than forty Billboard hits, James Brown was a dazzling showman who transformed American music. His life offstage was just as vibrant, and until now no biographer has delivered a complete profile. The One draws on interviews with more than 100 people who knew Brown personally or played with him professionally. Using these sources, award-winning writer RJ Smith draws a portrait of a man whose twisted and amazing life helps us to understand the music he made. At the heart of The One is Brown's musical genius. He had crucial influence as an artist during at least three decades; he inspires pity, awe, and revulsion. As Smith traces the legend's reinvention of funk, soul, R&B, and pop, he gives this history a melody all its own.
Additional Information
| Artist: | James Brown |
| Author: | R. J. Smith |
| Format: | Paperback Book |
| Item Number: | 74-1592407422 |
| ISBN 10: | 1-59240-742-0 |
| ISBN 13: | 978-1-59240-742-2 |
| UPC: | 9781592407422 |
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