1967 is the heyday of james brown. It is estimated that 3 million people attended his concert and sold 50 million records. During the period of 1967- 1972, most of his works ranked first in the chart of rhythm and blues. He became a symbol of black people with world influence. From11950 s to11970 s, James held various tours, concerts and new song concerts, which earned him the nickname "the hardest worker in the entertainment circle". Tight shorts, shiny shoes, heavy makeup around the eyes and weird hairstyles are all Zhan Mu.
With Michael Jackson.
Michael Jackson's typical costumes and stage modeling have created a wide enough world for the younger generation of music stars such as Prince.
James brown's dance is also famous, which influenced many people's performances, from Michael Jagger (the lead singer of the Rolling Stones) to Michael Jackson. It has also been said: "james brown's strange behavior and dance scenes in live performances have become the main part of his art", james brown's singing has become more primitive and rough, emphasizing "shouting", while music has become very simple, often relying on improvisational repetition mode, the so-called "linking" technique, to make emotions warm and excited.
James brown joked in an interview with Rolling Stone magazine on 1989: "The music level now is similar to my last record."
James brown won the Grammy Award for Lifetime Achievement. Before that, 1965 and 1987, he also won the Grammy Best R &；; Best record award, best research and development award. Best male singer performance award. 1986, together with the pioneers of new music genres such as Elvis Presley and Chuck Berry, he was the first person to enter the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
James brown is the most innovative artist. James brown is easily recognized for his explosive singing style and affectionate voice. Without james brown, the historical evolution of funk would be different. James brown's explosive power on the stage and his voice are natural and can be replicated. However, his reform of Funk and making it an independent music school are unparalleled. In this respect, james brown's contribution to the history of modern music is far greater than that of many masters. He created his own world, but never gained a good reputation.
Like Elvis Presley and Bob Dylan, james brown is one of the most influential musicians in the past 50 years. At least one generation worships him and often imitates him publicly. James brown's fast dance steps on the stage influenced later famous singers such as Mick Jagger and Michael Jackson, including the rock chameleon David Bowie's Fame and the Prince's Kiss. George clinton's Atomic Dog and Slay and family stone's Sing a Simple Song are obviously based on james brown's rhythm and singing skills. James brown is to rhythm and dance what Bob Dylan is to lyrics. He is the undisputed greatest innovator in this field.
In fact, it is almost impossible for later musicians to surpass Brown. 1964, Rolling Stone attended a concert and was arranged to play in front of Brown. As a result, although they tried their best, after Dan Blank came to power, all the previous artists' performances were forgotten by fans. Brown is very strict with his band. If any member is absent from practice, he will be fined.
Michael Jackson once said in an interview: "I think james brown is a genius, and his ability is completely underestimated."
On February 24th, 2006, james brown was taken to Emory Crawford Lang Hospital in Atlanta with pneumonia. From his hospital bed, he told his friends that he was looking forward to performing on New Year's Eve, and finally died of a sudden deterioration of his condition on Christmas morning. He died on 25th 1: 45 at the age of 73. But as for the cause of his death, Brown's agent, Frank Copsidas, said it was uncertain.
On the afternoon of 25th, US President Bush made relevant remarks on the death of james brown. The full text is as follows:
Laura and I are deeply saddened by the death of james brown. For half a century, the innovative genius of "Godfather of Soul Music" has enriched our culture and influenced musicians from generation to generation. As an authentic American genius, his fans come from all walks of life and different social backgrounds. This Christmas, we send our blessings and prayers to the family and friends in james brown.
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James brown and Stallone.
James brown made a guest appearance in the starring movie Rocky 4 released on 1985 (20 minutes after the movie started, Apollo sang "Living in America" before facing Ivan Gee).
James brown and Jackie Chan
In 2002, he made a guest appearance in Jackie Chan's movie The Tuxedo. In the film, james brown wanted to perform, but Jackie Chan and his partner knocked james brown unconscious under the "disobedience" of the tuxedo. In desperation, Jackie Chan pretended to be his disciple to perform for him.