The simple mention of the name James Brown sets the scene. So much superlative about him and a series of monumental nicknames (“Godfather of Soul”, “Soul Brother N°1”, “Mister Dynamite”). His work is impressive in view of a plethoric discography and, most importantly, a crucial contribution to the development of black music, from rhythm and blues to soul, and from funk to disco, until the emergence of rap. Focus on this musical phenomenon.