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Mr. Dynamite performs an amazing tribute to one of the true icons of soul and funk, James Brown. This amazing show band has established itself as one of the most impressive acts on the tribute scene today. The level of musicianship is impressive as they will take you on a roller coaster ride through the whole J. B. experience.
Mr. Dynamite performs a James Brown tribute show fronted by David Cherry, a professional entertainer with hundreds of acclaimed performances. The band combines precision choreography, musicianship, glamour and showmanship across songs including I Feel Good, Sex Machine, Get Up Offa That Thing, Get on the Good Foot and Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag. The performance delivers the atmosphere and excitement of a James Brown live concert, with David Cherry performing the look, voice, personality and unmistakable dance moves associated with the Godfather of Soul.
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- 01Good Foot
- 02Cold Sweat
- 03Papa's got a band new bag
- 04Body Heat
- 05Pass the peas
- 06Livin in America
- 07Licken-stick
- 08It's a Man's world
- 09Get up off of the thang
- 10Please, Please Please
- 11There was a time
- 12Little Groove Maker
- 13To Funky in here
- 14Doing it to Death
- 15Damm right I'm somebody
- 16Get it together
- 17May be the last time
- 18There it is
- 19Soul Pride
- 20Funky President
- 21Soultilogy
- 22Can I get a witness
- 23Sex Machine
- 24I Feel Good
- 25Try ME
- 26I Can't Stand it
- 27Mother Popcorn
- 28I Got that Feeling
- 29Give it up and Turn it loose
- 30Super Bad
- 31Get up, Get into it, and Get involved
- 32Soul power
- 33Hot pants
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“I saw David way back when he was with Metro. The James Brown act was perfection. Must go see!!!”
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Reach out to Mr. Dynamite about your event. Our booking team will relay your inquiry to the band. Most qualified inquiries receive a response within 1 business day. Quotes are usually available within 1–2 business days, depending on act availability and event details..