Living in America: The Rise and Chaos of James Brown

In this episode of "Sober, Not Sober," Grant and Mekaylay dive deep into the wild, complicated legacy of the Godfather of Soul—James Brown. From his humble beginnings in Augusta, Georgia, to his rise as one of the most influential (and sampled) artists in music history, the crew unpacks the highs, the lows, and the downright bizarre moments that defined Brown’s life. Expect candid banter, hilarious personal stories, and a no-holds-barred look at separating the art from the artist. Plus, the hosts share behind-the-scenes podcast upgrades, shout out loyal listeners, and tease what’s coming next. Whether you’re a funk fan or just here for the riffs, this episode is packed with music history, hot takes, and the signature Sober, Not Sober energy. Don’t forget to comment the code word if you make it to the end! Also disregard our comment about time stamps being fixed the issue is back and better than ever. It is beyond frustrating! 1:00 intro/updates/upgrades 4:00 Man driving with his teeth 7:00 James brown God of funk 55:00 European singing shows 01:00:00 Cancelled comedians 01:05:00 arguing about golf 01:20:00 Subaru Cancer Commercial 01:23:00 Drake & Trish Paytas TV show pitch? 01:30:00 Ending thoughts