The Funk Masters - In Drumming

The Evolution Of Funk

James, James Brown, one of the most iconic influencers of Hip Hop, R and B, and Funk. Though he's one of the most memorable singers around, even himself had to start some where. Fortunately I have been able to purchase a book on him and his burnout of a Rhythm Section, breaking down his history and style music. One of the first Bands James joined was the Gospel Star lighters ,"The first noteworthy band that James Brown was a part of was the Gospel Starlighters (AKA the Avons), a seven-piece rhythm and blues group led by his lifelong friend and musical partner, Bobby Byrd." (Dr. Licks 9). One of the first songs presented in this book is "Think". I will be playing the drum part Nat Kendrick created with somewhat of a swing yet straight feel."Eighth notes are usually either swung or they're played straight. In this song, Nat placed his eighth-note feel in that nether world where it's somewhere in between."(Dr. Lick 13).

With James Brown being on of the greats with his rhythm section I want to leave you with a question In Mind: Where have you have heard many of his famous drum licks and drum feels in Music today?

Dr. Licks. The Great James Brown Rhythm Section. Manhattan Music.