JAMES BROWN AND HIS FAMOUS FLAMES/JAMES BROWN'S GREATEST HITS 623017 (-66) GERMANY

Labeled a "Greatest Hits" but could as well be called a German version of the "Papa's Got a Brand New Bag" album (see earlier post). They have six of the twelve tracks in common, the remaining here coupled with six 45 cuts. When I see a sleeve statement like this - "Enhanced For Stereo" - I usually avoid as such in many cases imply getting unnatural listening far from any original intention. But here luckily that declaration is almost wrong. Should have said "Enhanced Mono" instead, cause there's not much fake stereo going on here. The orignal mono mixes are there and for most of the tracks connecting the channels make no difference at all, while a couple get marginally altered balance. In fact it sounds great - big and strong - and if not getting in too close it's like enjoying a very good mono record all the way. So if you're not a total anorak when it comes to mixes and just wanna drag in some good old dirty soul it's recommended. Originally only released in Germany. Seventies issues in a couple of other European countries and Japan. Don't know of any CD issues. First had label as shown here and fully laminated cover. (GÖXÄ*)