Soul star JAMES BROWN dies at 73

Singer James Brown, known as the “Godfather of Soul”, has died at the age of 73, his agent has said.

He was admitted to hospital in Atlanta after being diagnosed with severe pneumonia but died this morning.

The star was famous for hits including “I Got You (I Feel Good)”, “Papa’s Got a Brand New Bag” and “Living in America”.

“He is such an influence, I learned so much from him,” Mr Copsidas told the BBC World Service.

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