Ranking #33 singles, U.S. edition: 1970-1974 (opens in new tab)

I love this photo. It captures James Brown at his peak as band leader and performer. Charisma too. “Brother Rapp” proved prophetic — look at that title. But along with the two score James Brown top 40 crossovers I’ve rated in this shebeen “Brother Rapp” could’ve topped my list and I’d have dared my readers […]