The classic soul music of James Joseph Brown has left an undeniable imprint on hip hop music and culture, shaping it from it's roots and adding a unique flavor to a degree unparalleled by any other Black musician. Along with his band The JB's, James' organic, break-beat driven sound seems to be part of what defines the essence of hip hop, it is an energetic form of raw, dance floor funk spun by DJs in the early days of hip hop to influence one of hip hop's 5 great elements, breakdancing. James Brown is part of what defines the "beat" in hip hop music, he is an integral part of it's musical direction.


From "Funky Drummer", "Soul Power" to "Get On The Good Foot", the songs of James Brown have been a staple of hip hop's beginnings from park jams in the 70's, his voice and rhythms bringing life to the party while speaking directly to the core of urban population with messages of inspiration and hope. It is no wonder his music has touched so heavily upon the consciousness of hip hop culture, he was a living example of ghetto survival. This great voice of musical expression and talent is one which would lay much of the blueprint for the art form which we now know as Hip Hop.


James Brown Samples Mixes by Scratch Reaction
I am inspired to touch on the important contribution of James Brown in hip hop after discovering a great compilation of hip hop artists who have used his work to create classics of sample-based production. "James Brown Samples", a 20 volume series by Scratch Reaction is a collection of classic, Golden Era hip hop songs, an example of some of the most creative moments in songwriting influenced by The Godfather Of Soul. Their are common and obscure songs contained in each set, so you are bound for a treat when listening, especially if you are one of those fans who can't get enough of the standard of creativity and sound of the late 80's/early 90's hip hop.

Get your hard drives ready, sit back and enjoy this rare listening experience put together by a source of hip hop knowledge who appreciates the culture!


Download all 20 volumes here at scratchreaction.blogspot.com


here's a download and one of the tracklists of the 20 volumes:

Installment #7 for the Funky Drummer. All tracks were recorded in 1989.

James Brown - Samples Volume 18
1. James Brown - Funky Drummer Reprise (1970)
2. Low Profile - Make Room For The Dub B.U.
3. Freddie Foxxx - Freddie Foxxx Is Here
4. Chill Rob G - Let The Words Flow
5. Mark The 45 King - High Top Fade (Instrumental)
6. Lakim Shabazz - When A Wise Man Speaks
7. Lakim Shabazz - Black Is Back
8. Lakim Shabazz - Style Is Free
9. Antoinette - Who's The Boss (Instrumental)
10. Chubb Rock - The Empire Strikes Back Remix
11. Chubb Rock - Bump The Floor
12. Chubb Rock - Talkin' Loud, Ain't Sayin' Jack
13. Kwame - The Rhythm (Instrumental)
14. T La Rock - Runaway (LP Version)
15. Maestro Fresh Wes - Let Your Backbone Slide (Power Mix)
16. Jaz - Fun
17. Various Artists - Self Destruction (Instrumental)
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Producer Info:

Low Profile - Make Room For The Dub B.U. (Produced by DJ Aladdin)
Freddie Foxxx - Freddie Foxxx Is Here (Produced by Freddie Foxxx)
Chill Rob G - Let The Words Flow (Produced by The 45 King)
Mark The 45 King - High Top Fade (Produced by The 45 King)
Lakim Shabazz - When A Wise Man Speaks (Produced by The 45 King)
Lakim Shabazz - Black Is Back (Produced by The 45 King)
Lakim Shabazz - Style Is Free (Produced by The 45 King)
Antoinette - Who's The Boss (Produced by DJ Pooh)
Chubb Rock - Empire Strikes Back (Produced by Howie Tee)
Chubb Rock - Bump The Floor (Produced by Howie Tee)
Chubb Rock - Talkin' Loud, Ain't Sayin' Jack (Produced by Howie Tee)
Kwame - The Rhythm (Produced by Hurby Luv Bug)
T La Rock - Runaway Remix (Produced by Todd Terry)
Maestro Fresh Wes - Let Your... (Produced by Maximum 60)
Jaz - Fun (Produced by Bryan New & Peter Harris)
Various - Self Destruction (Produced by D-Nice)