05 Oct
649: James Brown, “Say It Loud I’m Black & I’m Proud”
“Say It Loud – I’m Black and I’m Proud” is notable as one of Godfather of Soul James Brown’s signature songs and a significant “Black Power” anthem. Released in 1968 as a two-part single, it held the top spot on the R&B singles chart for six weeks, and subsequently peaked at #10 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was the first recording to showcase Fred Wesley, trombonist and future leader of The J.B.’s.
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Official Website
Rolling Stone piece on James Brown
PBS: “American Masters” focusing on James Brown
BBC James Brown Obituary