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Mr. Dynamite

the Rise of James Brown
Sep 01, 2016ba_library rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Great documentary about James Brown. Produced by Mick Jagger (the Stones performed on the TAMI show which also featured JB.) Background about his life - he was abandoned by both his parents, went to live with his aunt who ran a brothel and at 15 was arrested for stealing and was sentenced and served an 8 year prison sentence. He was a dynamic performer and a consummate businessman. He is described as talented and ruthless. His band voiced some concerns and he fired them all. He lived during turbulent times especially for black people and had a turbulent personality. Great footage of performances and recording. Great comments from bandmembers like Jabo Starks, Clyde Stubblefield and Melvin & Maceo Parker talking about their creation of the funk beat (on the 1). Great music.