James Brown Soul on Top (vinyl LP )

Release date:13-01-2023 ( 1969 )

2023 EU reissue (180g vinyl LP )

Featuring a big band led by drummer Louis Bellson and arranged by Impulse! star Oliver Nelson, the Godfather of Soul explains that he is a “jazz man at heart.” Brown’s soul consigliere, saxophonist Maceo Parker, helps make this a swinging, spirited and satisfying set of standards and JB hits.

Tracks:

• • 1. That's My Desire
  • 2. Your Cheatin Heart
  • 3. What Kind of Fool Am I
  • 4. It's a Man's, Man's, Man's World
  • 5. The Man In the Glass
  • 6. It's Magic
  • 7. September Song
  • 8. For Once In My Life
  • 9. Every Day I Have the Blues
  • 10. I Need Your Key
  • 11. Papa's Got a Brand New Bag