Funky Good Time: Anthology

This anthology comfortably bears comparison with the Godfathers greatest work comprising singles, b-sides and standout tracks by the soul brother #1s backing band. Every track on both CDs is monstrous, combining finger-eating funkiness and peerless musicianship from the likes of Fred Wesley, Bootsy Collins and sax-miester Maceo Parker. Whilst these tracks were released by his backing band in various guises, the Godfathers presence is infused in this album like a funky watermark - indeed J.B. claims writing and performance credits on most songs. The compilation delves into a full sock draw of J.B.s recordings, pulling out diverse numbers such as the up-tempo More Peas and the burning slow funk of Same Beat. If you only ever buy one album, make it this one and put it on repeat.