James Brown is dead

One of the most dangerously innovative minds in music of the 20th century, the incredible James Brown, has passed away. The he did so on Christmas is perhaps a karmic jest on his place in the universe of the performing arts.

Influential in nearly all aspects of rock and rhythm and blues, impacting these forms of popular music in so many ways, both obvious and subtle, he was a remarkable figure.

Rest, Brother. You have left us a great and indelible legacy and will be mourned and celebrated.