James Brown (CD1, Tk15)
I Got You (I Feel Good) (1965)
James Brown, lead vocals; ?, alto saxophone; ?, horn section; ?, bass; ?, drums.

Funk is defined by its tight rhythm section and horn section. The tight feeling is created by instrumentalists playing in a precise ensemble but not over playing. Funk has been described as a puzzle. All the pieces fit together; they dont overlap, and they dont get in each others way. It is the perfect timeshare, with no one in the same place at the same time musically. The tightness of the rhythm section makes perfect dance music, and James Browns performance made the most of the onstage dance possibilities. He and his musicians put on a great show full of energy and vitality.