Tribute to James Brown with Greg Cooper
Across his career, Rock & Roll Hall of Famer James Brown, “The Godfather of Soul,” recorded and released a whopping 17 singles that reached No. 1 on the Billboard R&B charts. Brown is often credited with creating what's known as funk music, and his influence today can be heard in musical genres from soul and disco to rap, hip-hop and Top 40 pop songs. Brown's music has been sampled in songs more than any other artist in history, and is known as "The Hardest Working Man in Show Business." James Brown was more than a dominant musical voice: he was an outstanding African-American personality and set the standard for dynamic live performance in American music.
Greg Cooper is a singer-songwriter with a passion for storytelling through music. His soulful voice and heart felt lyrics have touched the hearts of audiences across the world. He has received critical acclaim for his work, including multiple awards and nominations.
