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Apr 1, 2024 · James Brown’s 'Soul On Top' is a big band jazz album heavy on covers and standards, showcasing his deep connection with that world.
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It was recorded with Louie Bellson and his 18-piece jazz orchestra at United Western Recorders in Hollywood, California in November 1969, and features jazz standards, show tunes, and middle of the road hits, as well as a new arrangement of Brown's funk hit "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag".
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Louie Bellson replaced Sonny Greer in the Duke Ellington Orchestra in 1951. He left in 1953 returning in 1956 and once more from 1965-66. His contributions to the Ellington repertoire include Skin Deep and The Hawk Talks.
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Personnel:James Brown - vocalOliver Nelson - arranger and conductorErnie Watts - alto saxophoneJoe Romano - alto saxophoneMaceo Parker - tenor saxophoneBuddy...
Aug 2, 2003 · Brown drafted saxophonist Oliver Nelson to conduct and drummer Louie Bellson to lead Soul on Top ‘s 20-piece orchestra, the latter a seasoned musician who had spent time in the bands of...
