Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975
James Brown · 1996
154 min · 26 tracks · blues · funk · soul
A relentless groove of funk anthems that encapsulate James Brown's transformative power in music.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- relentless grooves for dancing dynamic exploration of wave-like pacing for engagement
- Context
- By the time 'Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975' was released in 1996, James Brown had already cemented his legacy as the 'Godfather of Soul.' This compilation showcases his pivotal work from a creatively rich period marked by innovative funk rhythms and social commentary, following his 1986 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and well into his later career.
- If you like
- blues, funk, soul
Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 is an album by James Brown, released in 1996. A relentless groove of funk anthems that encapsulate James Brown's transformative power in music. This album is significant for its detailed curation of Brown's influential tracks that helped define funk music. It revitalized interest in his 1970s work, leading to critical acclaim and reestablishing his relevance during a time when older artists were often overlooked. Moreover, it demonstrates the lasting impact of Brown's sound on subsequent generations of musicians and genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 sound like?
A relentless groove of funk anthems that encapsulate James Brown's transformative power in music. Rooted in blues and funk.
What makes Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 by James Brown notable?
This album is significant for its detailed curation of Brown's influential tracks that helped define funk music. It revitalized interest in his 1970s work, leading to critical acclaim and reestablishing his relevance during a time when older artists were often overlooked. Moreover, it demonstrates the lasting impact of Brown's sound on subsequent generations of musicians and genres. By the time 'Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975' was released in 1996, James Brown had already cemented his legacy as the 'Godfather of Soul.' This compilation showcases his pivotal work from a creatively rich period marked by innovative funk rhythms and social commentary, following his 1986 induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and well into his later career.
Who is Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 for?
Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 works well if you're into relentless grooves for dancing, dynamic exploration of and wave-like pacing for engagement.
How many songs are on Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975?
Make It Funky – The Big Payback: 1971–1975 has 26 tracks, running approximately 154 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Escape‐Ism 4:05
- 2 Hot Pants, Parts 1 & 2 6:58
- 3 I’m a Greedy Man 7:11
- 4 Make It Funky, Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4 12:49
- 5 King Heroin 3:59
- 6 I Got Ants in My Pants (and I Want to Dance) 7:28
- 7 There It Is 5:50
- 8 Get on the Good Foot Standout 5:47
- 9 Don’t Tell It (complete version) 8:28
- 10 I Got a Bag of My Own 3:49
- 11 Down and Out in New York City (version with spoken intro) 5:24
- 12 Think 3:14
- 13 Make It Good to Yourself (interlude) 2:19
Disc 2
- 1 The Payback Standout 7:36
- 2 Stoned to the Bone 4:06
- 3 Mind Power (alternate version) 4:06
- 4 World of Soul 5:46
- 5 Papa Don't Take No Mess Standout 13:53
- 6 Coldblooded (undubbed version) 5:06
- 7 I Can't Stand It '76 8:12
- 8 My Thang 4:17
- 9 Funky President (People It's Bad) (original Speed Master version) 4:10
- 10 I Feel Good 3:05
- 11 Problems 2:52
- 12 Turn on the Head and Build Some Fire 6:09
- 13 Hot Pants Finale (live) 7:20
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