James Brown

James Brown

James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 – December 25, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, and record producer.

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The Saga of James Brown

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Profile & Early Foundations

James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 – December 25, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, and record producer.

THE JOURNEY & BREAKTHROUGHS

The central progenitor of funk music and a major figure of 20th-century music, he is referred to by various nicknames, among them "Mr.

Key Milestone & Career Defining Moment

James Joseph Brown (May 3, 1933 – December 25, 2006) was an American singer, songwriter, dancer, musician, and record producer.

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SUCCESS & ENDURING LEGACY

Dynamite", "the Hardest-Working Man in Show Business", "Minister of New Super Heavy Funk", "Godfather of Soul", "King of Soul", and "Soul Brother No.

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