James is fully emerged in the vibe of the 70's with this funk soul classic. Getting trippy and psychedelic without losing the virility and love that Mr. Brown has. The "Hit me's" and "Good gawds" are still there, but there is a deeper soulful emergence for him on Hell. A spiritual adventure tying temptations, energy, and undeniable grooves to take over the airwaves. Golden Era production.

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James Brown published in 1974 by Polydor his 38th studio album as a double LP, slik and sly funk as usual, maybe becoming a bit heavier, at least in parts (I Can't Stand It "76). Beside some remarkable tracks, in particular to find on side A with "Coldblooded", "My Thang" or "Sayin' It and Doin' It" I like in particular the calmer "Sometime" and "A Man Has to Go Back to the Cross Road Before He Finds Himself". Also remarkable are the albums ... read more

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James Brown, also known as the Godfather of Soul, also known as the G.O.A.F.T.

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Track List

1	Coldblooded 4:45	94
2	Hell 5:03	98
3	My Thang 4:20	97
4	Sayin' It and Doin' It 3:05	91
5	Please, Please, Please 4:07	84
6	When the Saints Go Marching In 2:43	79
7	These Foolish Things Remind Me of You 3:14	91
8	Stormy Monday 3:15	87
9	A Man Has to Go Back to the Cross Road Before He Finds Himself 2:52	89
10	Sometime 4:15	86
11	I Can't Stand It "76" 8:10	92
12	Lost Someone 3:35	89
13	Don't Tell a Lie About Me and I Won't Tell the Truth on You 5:05	97
14	Papa Don't Take No Mess 13:51	98