James Brown: Soul On Top (Verve By Request Series 180g) Vinyl LP

In the liner notes of this 1969 groovy album, the Godfather of Soul says he's a 'jazz man at heart'. With a big band led by drummer Louis Bellson and arranged by Impulse! star Oliver Nelson, saxophonist Maceo Parker helps make this a swinging and satisfying collection of standards and James Brown hits. It's part of the Verve By Request Series, transferred from analog tapes and pressed on 180 - gram black vinyl at Third Man in Detroit. Housed in a gatefold sleeve with liner notes, it was originally released in 1970 and re - issued by Verve in 2022.

To use this vinyl LP, first, make sure your record player is clean and in good working condition. Place the LP gently on the turntable, center it, and drop the needle carefully on the starting groove. Enjoy the rich sound of James Brown's music. When not in use, store the LP in its gatefold sleeve to protect it from dust and scratches. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. If the LP gets dirty, use a record cleaning brush to gently remove dust particles. Don't touch the playing surface with your bare hands as the oils can affect the sound quality.