Sammy Davis Jr. hosts Hollywood Palace 3-15-69 (5 of 6) --James Brown Revue - "I'm Black & I'm Proud," "I Got The Feeling," "Give It Up Or Turn It Loose" & "Please Please Please" --Sammy Davis and James Brown - "I Feel Good"
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
Those "band cues" are too tight! Especially at :40, 1:03 and at 1:17. Nobody can mess with ol; J.B. He's definitely my all time favorite. Say it loud! James kept us black and proud, "Open up the door and I'll get it myself!
Wow!!!!!!!!! Two icons from days gone by. I'm 49 now and I grew up being a fan of both. Man I sure do miss em! Thank God though that we have videos. Its a straight up JOY to click on and recall their magic! Thank you dentelTV2 and everyone else who's posted a Sammy or James video! This is CLASSIC stuff.
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
These are two amaziing legendary entertainment icons that I greatly admire and appreciate for their unparalleled onstage fire! They leave it ALL onstage, as do I! GOD BLESS THEM BOTH!
The Godfather of soul, I can't believe there are so few followers on this page. James Brown is the undisputed godfather of soul music. In my opinion. This is one of the best videos of him I've seen. He sings most of his hits. I saw him in Philadelphia at the Uptown Theater with the Flames singing Please Please. It was an experience I've never forgotten
Mr James Brown was initially mocked about his unorthodox musuicianship...later became the influence of Soul music, influenced the greatest Pop star (Michael Jackson) and was the catalyst for an entire genre that is the NEW Pop- HipHop/Rap. BE BRAVE ENOUGH TO STAND OUT AND BE DIFFERENT, it's bigger than YOU! #ThankYouMrBrown
One thing that gives me chill about Uncle Sammy is how playful he was on stage with any artist that comes his way! He was full of life. James Brown was the older version of MJ! Awesome
Once again, THANK God for RU-vid!!! They have the best stuff on here and I NEVER knew James and Sammy ever hooked up like this. Glad I got to see this and that they got the chance to perform together. They don't make shows like this anymore ..... what a shame!!!
having so much fun. i'm only 53 ( so not exactly a grumpy old man ) but good god what a cesspool of content and enjoyment television has become in 2021 ...
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
The Godfather and his band The JBs. It doesn't get any better than this!! Plus, The Godfather and Sammy doing The Soul Brother Thang!! A rare timepiece and gem of a clip!!
You can really hear Afro-beat in this performance - listen to Fela Kuti if you haven't already.. Amazing footage, James Brown and Sammy Davis Jnr. - legends. And the band...!
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
“Drummer Melvin Parker was born in Kinston, North Carolina on June 7, 1944. His drumming style was a major ingredient in Brown’s funk music innovations in the 1960s. In 1964 and 1965 Parker was the drummer on three of Brown’s recordings: ‘Out of Sight,’ ‘Papa’s Got A Brand New Bag,’ and ‘I Got You (I Feel Good).’ ‘The greatest drummer I ever had in my life was Melvin Parker,’ Brown reflected in 2004. ‘I Feel Good’, ‘Papa’s Bag’ - nobody ever did that. Nobody. And they can’t do it now. And if I was getting ready to cut a record that was right, I would go get Melvin today, because he’s just like a metronome.’ Parker’s first association with Brown ended when he was drafted in the mid-1960s. He was replaced in the band by Clyde Stubblefield and Jabo Starks. Parker rejoined Brown’s band in 1969, and appeared on the album Sex Machine. In 1970, Parker was part of a mutiny by Brown’s band. After leaving Brown, Parker joined his brother Maceo’s band, Maceo & All the King’s Men. He rejoined Brown briefly in 1976, and played on the hit ‘Get Up Offa That Thing’.”
Enough with the drum talk. You do realize how epochal this meeting of two peerless showmen, about the same age, from two entirely different show business traditions, is? (I sat in, in a session at an after-hours club in Mobile, AL in 1984, that had Jabo in it on drums, and unless he'd changed a lot, that's not him.) These two "get" each other completely, and, considering that Davis, Jr. is, arguably, the greatest tap dancer alive, at this moment in time, and the Godfather is the Godfather, and this is 1969, you are witnessing the genesis of what will become Michael Jackson.
tuxguys i love em all....but i favored Tap Dancer Bill Bailey before sammy Davis jr....because he was out first...bill was born in 1912...sammy was born in 1925...but they are all legendary... can't forget about Cab Calloway😇
Most people don't know that the Drummer is NATEJONESDRUMMERDOTCOM, the original #funkadelic. He is still living, alive and well on the Eastside of Jacksonville. Check out his website and read his "tell all" e-book!
That drummer is doing all that with just a 3-piece kit?? Get down brother. James Brown & Sammy Davis, Jr. BOTH had a huge influence on my dancing. Please, check out my RU-vid freestyle dance and original dance move the FlipKick: RAMON HART'S PERFORMANCE A LIFETIME
Nathaniel "Nat" Jones was James Brown's band leader from 1964-66. Nate Jones (no relation) was Brown's drummer from 1968-69. Dems da facts. I'm old school too,
This is just out of this world I can't stop moving my feet the greatest one and only the funkiest man alive Mr dynamite the godfather of soul wow aint it funky now yeah too funky
