British guitarist analyses James Brown's infectious live performance in 1982! 

There would be no Prince or Michael Jackson if it wasn't for James

James Brown was in his own league. Beyond being a character. He had fun with life but got into life wrecks all the time. God bless his soul. It must have been complicated at the pearly gates for James and he was probably taken into a side room by St. Peter. :-) His music is with us forever thank heavens.

James Brown was called The Godfather of Soul.

"GET~UP ... GET ON UP" " STAY ON THE SCENE" "TAKE ME TO THE BRIDGE* "GOTA GO BACK" & "I FEEL GOOD" He is the Energizer Bunny of Soul ✌😎 You gotta ❤ this man & his music ! ( & oh sooo much more 😉 ) As always Fil... great stuff 😆🎸 Video,analysis & backstories, Hey Fil, maybe you should add some of JB'S footwork in your act 😉 (😅) Thank-you for another rockin' night ! ☆~☆ 😆🤘 ☆~☆

I was the only white boy in my neighborhood with multiple James Brown records...an amazing performer. 😊

You’re on a roll with American originals, Jackie Wilson, Ramones, JB, very cool. Fats Domino next?

No way in hell you can sit still while listening to James Brown. It can't be done!

I dig it that Paul Schaffer actually quit playing to watch James play piano. And, by the way Fil, Rock!

Got to meet James Brown when l worked for Hertz rent a car back in 67. He was very nice to me. Maybe because l didn't ask for a autograph.

James told drummer Steve Jordan that this was his favorite live performance outside of the TAMI Show performance. The World's Most Dangerous Band was bad ass!

My son went around singing " I feel good", when he was 8 years old ( In the 80s), he wasn't half bad. It always brought a smile to my face as does your channel.

James Brown was a fantastic live performer! He sure knew how to get on up, down, and whichever way the music led him. Really enjoyed that!

James was a long-established performer by this time but brought much energy to this performance, didn't at all seem like a jaded established performer. The JB's were equally immersed in the performance. James and the JB's kept that ability to work a crowd.

James Brown was one of the hardest working performer in the music industry! glad to hear that you'll do another analysis on legendary James Brown. back in October of 1964 the Rolling Stones had to follow James Brown performance at the film concert "The T.A.M.I. Show" witch I heard they did not like having to do. great analysis Fil.

If you don't feel any bit of a groove when you hear this, you have a musical character defect!

Fil , you are so good at what you do . All that you do . ♡♡♡♡♡

Nobody could touch him, one of a kind.

Ya can see the influence this legend had on Michael Jackson!!!

I remember he opened for the Stones on The Tammy Show, Jagger said we made a big mistake, he blew them into the strasphere.

While this is an awesome performance by James i would encourage everyone to check him out on the TAMI show. He blew the roof off the joint!

Papa's got a brand new bag!

Your appreciation for the level of musicianship of Paul Shaffer and the band makes this old man very happy. I have been a fan of all of them since 1980. RIP Hiram Bullock.

You already know.. 😃👍I don't know karate but I know KR- AZY... James Brown says it loud, he's black and he's proud.🔥🤙

I always read that he was a perfectionist and did not tolerate any lateness or missing rehearsals from his band, singers.

Godfather! Hey! In my home state of South Carolina hes a legend for more than singing! Hey! If this doesn't get you up and dancing, you are dead.

Forget "moves like jagger," more like "move like j brown!" love how he even incorporates the mic. into his smooth criminal moves. Your correct fil, groove & funk for days

I saw James in concert when I was 11 years old. I was wowed to say the least. This dude came out with his cape and wrapped James with it when he was on his knees. Fantastic showman!

Very cool Fil! Lucky to have you on RU-vid because we'd never see content of this caliber on any other media.

Hi Fil !!!! 1:40 - 12:27 ... As bridges go that one was pretty long. Other than Joe Crocker I don't know of to many artists who gave more of themselves on stage than he did.

“I look good, I feel good, I smell good... and I LOVE good.” -James Brown

OMG such energy and dance moves without even hardly breaking a sweat!! Is there a male equivalent of the term Diva? Because that's what he is.

If you aren't moving to James Brown, call the morgue...you're dead. The first concert I went to was James Brown. I was a skinny 12 year old. And. 55 years later I still remember that show. I was little so the other audience members moved out of my view so I could see. I carry 3 J.B. albums on my phone always. And before going in for a business meeting, I crank up the tunes as a preparation.

FIL, THANKS FOR THIS VIDEO AND YOUR GREAT COMMENTS, I HAVE BEEN TO 400 CONCERTS IN MY LIFE, ALL KINDS OF MUSIC, BUT MR. JAMES BROWN WAS THE MOST DYNAMIC PERFORMER I EVER SAW, MICHEAL JACKSON BORROWED MANY OF JAMES'S DANCE MOVES, R.I.P. JAMES, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN, COUSIN FIGEL

Another great analysis!! I would like to add just one thing; please consider doing another James Brown performance with him and 'The Famous Flames! They were an integral part of his success in his earlier years. The best example would be the T.A.M.I. show.

Wow. Paul Schaffer had a little bit of hair back then.

At age 7 or 8 I announced to my parents that I was going to the James Brown show and would appreciate a ride. They knew I was dead serious. What a show! I was mesmerized. I never got around to asking my dad if he liked it. James Brown was my first concert. Nice analysis Fil.

If anybody knew how to work a crowd , it was James himself. I wish i was in that kind is shape he was in to dance like that night after night. 🤟

here is a video of paul talking about this show and james brown 33 years later-----Paul Shaffer - Letterman - 2015.05.13 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-aQH8c2iZT38.html

I have seen James Brown, and he made you feel that he only had one goal, that was to give you the best show possible. One of the greatest entertainers ever.

James Brown also had a fabulous singing voice. Heard him sing a cover of “At Last”. It was awesome!

Whether you like him or not, he always had such an amazing combination of his performance abilities and a super tight band!! They could make it look so natural, but it’s been documented that it’s because they rehearsed their butts off! Definitely ON THE ONE!! ✌🏻🎼

This has nothing to do with the legendary J.B.... but just watched Lucinda Williams and Mary C. Carpenter on RU-vid performing " Sweet Old World" and IF BY SOME SMALL CHANCE you haven't seen it, give it a look for your own enjoyment . I just personally think Lucinda is extremely underrated among nonindusrty community .....

The crowd got up on their feet because James brown told them too... emphatically I might add!

Fantastic..... I am proud of you Fil, great job explaining and your enthusiasm in your analysis in this particular one. So do you, infectious personality too Fil. Enough said,( I already know what a bridge is too my mother taught me that,but you outstanding in explaining it though) thanks for upload. Good night its 11:03pm NY appreciate. 🇬🇧🎸🎹. Indeed, next to Mr. Jackie Wilson ,Mr Brown was one of my all time favorites. I hope you respect that Fil, that it was great video and analysis. Thanks.

Great reaction! James Brown has been my favorite all-time artist since 1968 when I was 12 years old. I saw him in concert over 100 times from 1971 until 2005, I met him many times backstage. I don’t know if you know but James Brown is Paul Shaffer’s all-time favorite entertainer. Paul has about three pages in his biography about him.

James was so cooooool... Love machine.... Hahaha 😄 ... Great dancer ... Another great dancer m.j. helped modeled himself after... Piano too... And you know he knows how to drive a car ... Ge went on a multi state police chase... Going over 100 / 125... Get on up now... Ha!!!!! He's another guy you never want to go on after he did his thing...like going on after the killer or elvis...

James was a boxer before he was a singer. He bring a lot of those elements into his music, like the bridge in this song. Pow Pow Pow Pow.

Great stuff as usual, Fil; your analyses are some of the most entertaining AND educational things on RU-vid. I would dearly love to hear your take on James Brown's live duet with Luciano Pavarotti! ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GaB9F3R9cIY.html

Hi Phil is amazing for Analyses video of James Brown he is talent person who can Sing duet with Bobby Byrd from the famous Flames definitely is very Wonderful of course Ms Child know about this godfather of soul along with my friend That I texted me though and stuff like that really impressing

James Brown always had one of the best bands just like Wilson Pickett

Very great evaluation. I got to see James perform when I was 14yrs old. Wow was he ever GOOD!!

The World's Most Dangerous Band! I miss those guys.

Weird Al doing James in "Living With A Hernia", has ruined me...

James Brown had more moves than a Swiss watch!! Great review, yet again, Fil!! Cheers, mate!! :)

If you do another James Brown video I hope it is "I got the feeling" You are a very interesting and informative reactor to music. Love your videos.

My all time favorite! You just smile and move! That’s it and that’s all! GFSJB!🥰

Jimmy was pedal to the metal the whole time! It's amazing how much control he was able to keep.

started watching this with my morning Joe when suddenly I was hit with the realization that, _wait for it..._ *I Feel good*

Fil Please look at the 1964 TAMI show video where James does Night Train and Please. The audience of young people going wild over his performance! 1960s performers were the "best of the best". Well said Fil so true!

One thing Phil Happy Groundhog day and you are a very nice person i am 😄 that you are so sweet 💖 because you are one of those nice people in the world is mean alot

In a word....BADASS.

hi Fil, I am so glad to see you on you tube. I live in Augusta, Georgia, James Brown lived just across the river. He made a big impact on us. When I was about 8-9 years old, it was a special treat to go see James in concert. We dressed up to go see him and the concert were always great. He did alot of food drives for people here. He was called on several times to help settle racial tensions here in Augusta. He is gone but not forgotten.

Rythm and horn section. Just outrageous.

Hey Fil, this song reminds me of Zeppelins tune "The Crunge", which of course kind of gives a shout-out to James Brown's musical style. Thanks for this and pardon me if I'm commenting to much, just love what your doing!

Love James Brown..You Tube Electric Shoes Saturday Night Live..funny take on Brown..thanks Fil..GO..CHIEFS

I think I have been missing out on some serious James Brown-

James Brown was a revolutionary performer. In fact I like to dance similar to how he did in this tape you showed us.

YES! I love JB. Are you ready for some super dynamite soul? For Mr. Please Please Please, the hardest working man in show business? The Godfather of Soul? It's Star Time! Put your hands together and let the brother rock, Mr. JAMES BROWN!

Smiling . He's always taking it to the bridge. I'm there !!! 😁🎵. You really can't stand still when you listen to this .

An absolute joy to watch and listen to! “ take it to the bridge”. 🔥 loving it ! Thanks Fil ! Another spot on analysis !

When I told my guitar teacher I wanted to learn funk, this is the song he taught me. Love it!

Saw James that year in Toronto, no way I was going to miss this icon

One doesn't sit on their a@@ when James Brown is onstage!

Greatest frontman ever. No question, don’t even try to disagree.

my favorite is when he does payback on the midnight special 1974

Ah Fil, you sound so white in your intro. I thought the track was just called Sex Machine. You'll notice how the audience was so white (they all seemed to be back then). Had it been a black audience he would not have had to encourage them to "get up". .must say Funk is my favourite dance rhythm. How about some Sly Stone (A great version of 'If you want me to stay' is by Judith Hill, I think you'll really enjoy that one). Great analysis once again, I especially enjoyed when Paul was looking over his shoulder to watch James play.

When I grow up I want to be a cool as James Brown.

Speaking of funk and gettin' the groove down, Rock Your Baby - George McCrae: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-_vckOBbS-No.html

If your foot ain't tappan your going need some slappan,, Love James Brown 🎙🎶 B.May 3rd 1933 Barnwell SC D.Dec,25th 2006 Atl, GA What A Great Band

The way he e commands the audience. I love seeing Paul Shafer in the back ...👀👀💯💯🌠🌠🌠

Wam bam energy man. That energy is definitely contagious.. great pick Fil!

Fck...i didnt noticed at first ....the band is host band of D.L. show. Such great musicians!!!

That dude loved PCP

Fil you should look up Chuck Brown Godfather of Go Go He's one cool cat Song Bustin Loose Not as well known as James But Chuck was a jammer FROM Washington DC

Film. Like your lead guitar work on your covers, pick any number off Ricky medlock and Blackfoot's first album,Blackfoot strikes and cover it, I'd love to see and hear it, Just saying!💀💀

Lucky enough to see him twice, 1985 and 1993. An amazing show, so much energy. And the band was TIGHT ! Thanks, Fil !

Yeah! What a legend! The Godfather of Soul! That voice those dance moves that stage presence that energy!! He influenced so many other artists. A master at working a crowd! Infectious funky soul! Loved James Brown! Thanks for the excellent analysis Fil! Great stuff!😎🎼🎶🎵🇨🇦🇨🇦

Considering how many of his grooves have been sampled, you could also call JB the godfather of hip-hop. I'd recommend watching his 1974 performance in Zaire.

Awww, man, would have been a perfect opportunity for you at the end to break out a "Funk!!!!" (instead of the usual "Rock!!!")

I'm pretty sure the band includes members of David Letterman's original lineup. That is probably Hiram Bullock on guitar, Paul Shaffer on keyboard, Steve Jordan on drums and Will Lee on bass. I'm not sure who the 2 horn players are.

If you have never heard of Disco Tex and His Sex-O-Lets, He (they) were a funky,campy 2hit Wonder Act when funk had a morph into early disco. I think Tex was MORE over the top than Bro. James! Word! LOL

I can't see Hiram Bullock without remembering his playing on Sting's cover of "Little Wing". Paul Shaffer used to do a parody of James Brown's cape routine to the Blood Sweat and Tears song "More Than You'll Ever Know", where they would have a guest person on "cape" every time. I'll put an example in the replies.

Now that's how it's done❗👍 James Brown laid the template for the rules in Rock n Roll as we know it❗ Absolutely Brilliant 👏👏👏👏👏👏 Brown is the funkledelic maestro🎷🎸🎺🎶🎵🎤😲

There's syncopation and then there's ska. House of Fun - Madness: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-GJ2X9SANsME.html

James Brown, Tina Turner, Little Richard , Chuck Berry great great performers ! Sorry but so much better than now. Maybe old but I saw some great bands. Thanks again Fil.

1982 was the first year of The David Letterman Show and it was a great show in the 80s and the very best to this day .So many great artist went there around the time the Midnight Special was cancelled .. James Brown was in top form many years after his prime was suppose to be long gone. Led Zep song related to James called The Crunge / Take it on, take it, take it, take it Ah, excuse me Oh, will ya excuse me I'm just trying to find the bridge Has anybody seen the bridge? Please Have you seen the bridge? I ain't seen the bridge! Where's that confounded bridge?

Hey film. James could give a mic stand hell!!! Thumbs up, great show!

"MOMMA COME HERE QUICK......AND BRING ME THAT 'LICKEN' STICK'!!!"(AN INSTRUMENT FOR ADMINISTERING AN"ASS WHUPPIN') SURELY ONE OF THE STRANGEST SONG TITLES EVER CONCIEVED.JAMES BROWN WAS UNIQUE IN SEVERAL ASPECTS.IN SOME WAYS HIS HYPNOTIC,MONOTONOUS,ENDLESSLY DELAYED BRIDGE IN SONGS ACTED AS MERELY A VEHICLE FOR HIS HIGHLY GYMNASTIC,MONOMANICAL LIVE STAGE SHOWS(IN MY OPINION).JAMES BROWN DEFINITELY INFLUENCED THE MUSICAL STARS THAT CAME AFTER HIM IN SOUL MUSIC,BUT ALSO IN ROCK AND POP MUSIC AS WELL.FROM HIS DISTINCTIVE STYLE OF MUSIC WHICH LED ZEPPELIN PAID HOMAGE TO ON THEIR ALBUM"HOUSES OF THE HOLY"WITH THEIR SONG "THE CRUNGE"THAT EXPLORES THE JAMES BROWN MODE OF SONGS,JIMMY PAGE SUBSTITUTING A SYNTHESIZER FOR THE HORN SECTION,AND ROBERT PLANT EMPHASIZING THE ENDLESS DELAY OF A BRIDGE IN THE WIND DOWN OF THE SONG WITH HIS,"I'M JUST LOOKIN'FOR THE BRIDGE......I'M JUST TRYIN'TO FIND THE BRIDGE.....HAS ANYBODY SEEN THE BRIDGE.....WHERE'S THAT CONFOUNDED BRIDGE !!!???!!!" AND YOU HAVE OTHER STARS CONCENTRATING ON HIS DANCE MOVES LIKE MICK JAGGER,MICHAEL JACKSON,AND PRINCE BEING THE MOST PROMINENT OF HIS EMULATORS.AND WE MUST NOT FORGET THAT JIMI HENDRIX PLAYED BRIEFLY IN JAMES'BACKUP GROUP,"THE FAMOUS FLAMES"IN 1966 BEFORE HIS METEORIC RISE TO HIS OWN LEGENDARY FAME THE FOLLOWING YEAR. p.s.JAMES BROWN RECORDED MOST OF HIS EARLIER SONGS AT KING RECORDS IN MY HOMETOWN,CINCINNATI ,OHIO.IN 1973 I WORKED WITH A REMODELING COMPANY AND WE REMODELED THE CONTROL BOOTH AT KING RECORDS TWO OR THREE YEARS BEFORE THEY CLOSED FOREVER.IF I'M NOT MISTAKEN,HANK WILLIAMS RECORDED AT KING AS WELL IN THE LATE 40s AND EARLY FIFTIES AS DID THE STANLEY BROTHERS.

I knew Paul Shaffer from the Letterman show as the leader of the house band back in the day. In several of your analyses his name has come up. I saw him in a BTO video from 2010 and some others as well. I'm starting to play my own little game of "Where's Waldo" with Paul! Seems he's worked with quite a few bands. Keep them coming Fil!!

I have seen him live, and i have NEVER seen anything like it, the energy was out of this WORLD