Fred Wesley And The JBs - Damn Right I Am Somebody LP

Damn Right I Am Somebody is one of the definitive statements of 1970s funk, led by trombonist and bandleader Fred Wesley and performed by The JB’s, James Brown’s unstoppable groove machine. Originally released in 1974 on People Records, the album distills the raw, heavy, politically charged funk that defined Brown’s universe—tight rhythms, explosive horns, and militant streetwise energy.

The album includes stone-cold classics such as “Damn Right I’m Somebody,” the synth-driven staple “Blow Your Head,” and the endlessly sampled “Same Beat.” Deeply rooted in social commentary, groove science, and JB’s signature precision, the record remains one of the most influential works in the entire funk canon. This LP reissue faithfully restores the power of an essential American music milestone.

Tracklist

Side A

1. Damn Right I'm Somebody
2. Blow Your Head
3. I'm Payin' Taxes, What Am I Buyin'?

Side B

1. Same Beat (Part 1)
2. If You Don't Get It The First Time, Back Up & Try It Again, Parrty
3. Make Me What You Want Me To Be
4. Going To Get A Thrill
5. You Sure Love To Ball