(ThyBlackMan.com) When discussing the foundations of modern music, James Brown is a name that cannot be ignored. Known as the “Godfather of Soul” and the inventor of funk, Brown’s influence ...

James Brown’s influence on hip-hop is legendary. Explore 8 classic rap songs that sampled his grooves — and still sound fresh today.

"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.