Getting into the soulful stylings of the incomparable James Brown? These four songs are essential listening for any fan.

These songs show James Brown’s full range—his power as a performer, yes, but also his depth as a storyteller, a thinker, and a man who understood the world around him.

"This is the biggest thing I've I've ever done in my whole career," the Dutch producer says of his rework of Brown's 1971 classic.

Bootsy Collins discusses working with James Brown, George Clinton, and how he made the 'Album of the Year.' ...