Kill 'Em and Leave: Searching for James Brown and the American Soul by James McBride

Kill 'Em and Leave: Searching for James Brown and the American Soul

James McBride

256 pages first pub 2016 (editions)

nonfiction biography history music adventurous informative slow-paced
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Kill 'Em and Leave: Searching for James Brown and the American Soul by James McBride is a must-read for music enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone fascinated by the intersection of art, culture, and the complexities of the American experience, as it offers a rich and nuanced exploration of the life and legacy of James Brown, a true icon of American music and a symbol of the country's enduring struggle for racial equality.

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The definitive biography of the soul legend James Brown by National Book Award-winning novelist James McBride The music of James Brown was almost a genre in its own right, and he was one of the biggest and most influential cultural figures of t...

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emotional: 33%

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mysterious: 16%

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funny: 8%

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