James Brown And The Famous Flames - Funky Soul 1

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Review by David Steel

Funky Soul 1 by James Brown and The Famous Flames: A Timeless Groove That Still Hits Alright, let’s talk about Funky Soul 1, the iconic 1967 album from James Brown and The Famous Flames. If you’re into raw, unfiltered soul with a side of funk that makes your feet move before your brain catches up, this one’s for you. Straight outta the US on King Records, it's got that classic James Brown stamp all over it—because, well, he produced it himself. And when you’ve got JB in charge? You know it’s gonna slap. The album kicks off with “Funky Soul 1,” which is basically an anthem for anyone who loves gritty grooves. It’s not just music; it’s a vibe. The rhythm hits so hard that I swear my dog started dancing the first time I played it (okay, maybe he was just confused). What sticks with me here is how tight the band is—they lock into that pocket like they were born to play together. Plus, James’ energy? Insane. He doesn’t just sing or shout—he commands every second of the track like he owns the airwaves themselves. Then there’s “The Soul Of J.B.,” which feels like peeking inside James Brown’s musical soul—if his soul had its own soundtrack, this would be it. This instrumental jam gives the band room to stretch out, showing off their chops without needing words to do the talking. It’s smooth but still packs a punch, kinda like sipping coffee while running late—you feel relaxed, but there’s urgency underneath. Every horn blast and drum hit reminds me why people call him the Godfather of Soul. Dude didn’t just make songs; he made moments. Now, credit where it’s due: B. Hobgood, J. Brown, and J. Crawford wrote these gems, and man, they knew what they were doing. They crafted something timeless here—a mix of swagger and heart that still resonates today. Whether you’re spinning vinyl or streaming it digitally, this album has a way of making everything else fade into the background. Reflecting on Funky Soul 1, it strikes me how ahead of its time it really was. Sure, we think of 1967 as the era of flower power and rock ‘n’ roll rebellion, but James Brown was busy laying down blueprints for generations of funk and soul artists to come. Honestly, listening to this record feels like finding a hidden treasure chest full of gold records. Oh, and random thought: if aliens ever visit Earth and ask for proof of human creativity, I’m handing them this album. No questions asked.

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Artist: James Brown And The Famous Flames
Album: Funky Soul 1
Rating: 3.67

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Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Funky Soul #12:03
The Soul Of J.B.2:42

Video

James Brown - Funky Soul #1
James Brown - The Soul Of J.B.

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Catalog Numbers

45-6133

Labels

King Records

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Formats

  • Vinyl
  • 7"
  • 45 RPM
  • Promo

Companies

RoleCompany
Published ByGolo Pub.

Credits

RoleCredit
ProducerJames Brown
Written-ByB. Hobgood, J. Brown, J. Crawford

Notes

  • PROMOTIONAL
  • A James Brown Production
  • Instrumental

Barcodes

  • Rights Society: BMI
  • Matrix / Runout (A-Side Label): K-12436
  • Matrix / Runout (B-Side Label): K-12444
  • Matrix / Runout (A-Side Runout Etching): K-45-12436-X1 B
  • Matrix / Runout (B-Side Runout Etching): K-45-12444-X2 B

About James Brown And The Famous Flames

For credits that explicitly omit James Brown (e.g. "backing band" credits, post-1968 group-only releases) please use . James Brown and changing cast of back-up musicians, singers and dancers. The group played gospel and rhythm & blues, playing at juke joints, and later when they became better known, they performed at various colleges. Prior to their first recording, "Please, Please, Please

Name Vars

  • James Brown
  • James Brown & Famous Flames
  • James Brown & His Blue Flames
  • James Brown & His Famous Flames
  • James Brown & The Famous Blue Flames
  • James Brown & The Famous Flame
  • James Brown & The Flames
  • James Brown (And The Famous Flames)
  • James Brown And Famous Flames
  • James Brown And His Famous Flames
  • James Brown And His The Famous Flames
  • James Brown And The Fabulous Flames
  • James Brown And The Famous Flames
  • James Brown And The Flames
  • James Brown And The The Famous Flames
  • James Brown His Famous Flames
  • James Brown The The Famous Flames
  • James Brown With The Famous Blue Flames
  • James Brown With The Famous Flames
  • James Brown With The Flames
  • James Brown Y Sus Famosas Llamaradas
  • The James Brown Famous Flames
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Members

  • James Brown
  • Bobby Byrd
  • Nat Kendrick
  • Bobby Roach
  • Bobby Bennett
  • Roscoe Patrick
  • \"Baby\" Lloyd Stallworth
  • Hubert Perry
  • Willie Johnson
  • Bill Hollings
  • Louis Madison
  • Sylvester Keels
  • Nafloyd Scott
  • Nashpendle Knox
  • J.W. Archer
  • Winford Terry

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? James Brown, often called the "Godfather of Soul," produced *Funky Soul 1* in 1967 with his band The Famous Flames. This album didn’t just showcase his incredible talent—it also highlighted the collaborative genius of his team. Tracks like "Funky Soul #1" and "The Soul Of J.B." were co-written by Brown alongside B. Hobgood and J. Crawford. It’s wild to think that such legendary music came out of a single year in the U.S., released under King Records. A true piece of soul history!

Comments

mykarryroyjackson
mykarryroyjackson
2025-03-14
Had the pleasure of meeting the man on the sax, Mr. Les Asch.
He was one cool cat!
pradipta1999
pradipta1999
2025-03-13
?✨??
karlystanblog
karlystanblog
2025-03-12
I had this on a 45 LOL! Nostalgia...
nayantara
nayantara
2025-03-12
What key is it in ?
arvindocean
arvindocean
2025-03-11
Killer ! Just found the 7" (French Press) in a local Flea Market
9gagzoe
9gagzoe
2025-03-11
A Very Serious Groove!
emmelinehastings
emmelinehastings
2025-03-11
Funky Little Number
sherginio
sherginio
2025-03-11
Entered the Cashbox "Looking Ahead" chart 11/27/67.
avablanched
avablanched
2025-03-10
Laid back cut, a warm-up tune before the show begins. Even better is the version without the organ, called just Funky Soul. Only then can you hear the magical piano that makes the song so sweet. I had the record once and now I look and look on You Tube but can't find it anywhere, not even Soul on Top.