This document is an endorsement letter from the Sunrise Theatre for the Performing Arts recommending Tony Wilson and his Godfather of Soul Band. The letter describes their January 31, 2009 performance at the Sunrise Theatre, noting that unlike most tribute bands, Tony Wilson and his band brought their own style and talents to entertain over 600 people. The band blew away the audience and theatre staff with their 90+ minute sets that had the crowd dancing and on their feet. Both the audience and theatre staff were impressed with Tony Wilson's performance skills, musicianship, and ability to command an audience. The letter strongly recommends Tony Wilson and his band for any performance venue.

1. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Presents
TonyWilson as...
youngjamesbrown
370 25th Ave SW Vero Beach, FL 32962
561-541-5765 youngjamesbrown@aol.com

2. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Thank you for taking the time to review our E-pack.
Hopefully you will be as impressed with this marketing packet, as the fans are
when I perform.
In this packet, you will find a bio of me, Tony Wilson (the Young James Brown,)
Press Clippings, Contact Information, hyperlinks to videos of past performances
in the US, Europe, the Netherlands and Japan, as well as photos of James
Brown’s last concert in Augusta, and members of the Godfather of Soul Band.
Although we do have a physical hard copy marketing kit, we...along with every
other business and entertainment group...are trying to be GREEN. So, unless it is
absolutely necessary, we would like you to accept this E-Pack as our formal
marketing and promotional kit.
If after reviewing the PDF, you still need a physical kit with a DVD, please contact
Renee Page, Marketing Director and Publicist for Tony Wilson and the Godfa-
ther of Soul Band.
Thank you again, for your time and you consideration.
Tony Wilson (the Young James Brown)
youngjamesbrown
370 25th Ave SW Vero Beach, FL 32962
561-541-5765 youngjamesbrown@aol.com

3. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Presents
TonyWilson
as
youngjamesbrown
Tony Wilson, endorsed as the YOUNG JAMES BROWN by But James Brown was not the only celeb-
the Godfather of Soul himself, is a Chicago native, and rity seeking Tony’s talent; in fact, Tony
has entertainment in his blood. Since a teen, Tony has was not only making a reputation for
been performing and electrifying audiences with his own himself as a versatile singer who could
style, showmanship, charisma and especially, his dance harmonize with the best and belt out
moves. anything from Nat King Cole, the Temp-
tations, Michael Jackson, and Stevie
In his 20’s, Tony realized that he had an excellent future Wonder; Tony was being cheered and
as a performer, and began entering contests such as the embraced by his peers for his unbeliev-
Apollo, and other venues. Tony was actually crowned the able moves and grooves.....such as moon-walking on his
Best Michael Jackson Entertainer, and asked to be on the head, doing flips into splits, or spinning 4-5 times around
Oprah Winfrey Show. Joe Jackson, Michael Jackson’s like Michael Jackson.
father, took an interest and liking to Tony, and today, When Bootsy Collins spear-headed
Tony continues to look up to Joe Jackson as a mentor his worldwide James Brown Tribute
and friend. Tour in 2008, he asked Tony to be
his front man. Accompanied by several
From that infamous day on Oprah, Tony’s life original members of James Brown’s
changed. Soon, major entertainers such as band, including Catfish, Fred Wesley,
James Brown himself were calling on him for Tomirae Brown and others, the
movie roles, to be a stand-in, or to even back tribute performed throughout Europe,
them with his band. James Brown saw Tony at the North Sea Jazz Festival, O2
perform, and was so impressed with his Wireless in Hyde Park, London and
unique style and showmanship, he asked Tony to be in in front of 80,000 fans at Fuji Rock.
Tony Scott's Internet-only short film "Beat the Devil”.
Since January ‘09, Tony Wilson is currently working with
Additionally, at James Brown's the World Conference of Mayors founder Johnny Ford, to
behest, Tony was personally Proclaim May 3rd as James Brown Day and produce
selected by Brown to portray Mayor’s Music Festivals in every city. And currently, Tony
the Young James Brown in is in production of his REST IN PEACE TRIBUTE TOUR,
"Funk Blast”. Brown personally backed by his Godfather of Soul Band, which will features
named Tony the “Young James James Brown, Michael Jackson, and other great musicians
Brown” on the movie set...the who have left us. Tony will close out every performance
only person to ever receive such an endorsement by the with is original song, written in 2005 for his friend
Godfather himself! Michael Jackson called, “WE CALL HIM PETER PAN”.

4. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Press Clippings for
youngjamesbrown

5. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Press Clippings for Tony Wilson’s Tribute to Michael Jackson

6. TonyWilson
as
youngjamesbrown
Additional Promo Videos & Links
Social and Professional Networks & Booking Information
Promo Videos and Links:
To See Tony Wilson and the Godfather of Soul Band Playing Behind James Brown at his last concert in Augusta, as well as
compilations of other festivals and concerts and movies he did with James Brown, click here
http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=20690634
To see video clips of Tony at the North Sea Jazz Festival, performing as the front man for Bootsy Collins, click here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_699oFZmE1c&feature=related
To see Tony Wilson’s entire video collection on YouTube, click here: http://www.youtube.com/godfatherofsoulband
Social and Professional Networks
LINKED IN: http://www.linkedin.com/in/youngjamesbrown
MYSPACE: http://www.myspace.com/youngjamesbrown
TWITTER: https://twitter.com/youngjamesbrown
FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/youngjamesbrown
BLACK PLANET: http://www.blackplanet.com/youngjamesbrown
Contact and Booking Information:
Tony Wilson, CEO, Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC -
561-541-5765 or youngjamesbrown@aol.com
Renee Page, Publicist and Marketing Director -
Charles Bobbit, Manager -
772-584-1700 reneelpage@comcast.net
chru507@aol.com
For European Shows contact Dirk at Tsahara Productions dirk@tsahara.com phone +3250333699 www.tsahara.com
(If calling from the United States or Canada, dial 011-3250333699)

7. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Photos of Tony Wilson and his Godfather of Soul Band,
at James Brown’s last concert in Augusta, GA, in 2006.
This would beJames Brown’s last performance in his home town
and he personally called upon Tony to back him up.

8. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Photos of Tony Wilson who was personally endorsed
by Bootsy Collins to be his “Front Man” during
Bootsy’s WorldwideJames Brown Tribute Tour.
Photos include concerts from 2007-2009, such as the
North Sea Jazz Festival, O2 Wireless in London, and Fuji Rock, in Japan.

9. Believe It Or Not Productions, LLC
Pricing Options For
youngjamesbrown
PLATINUM LEVEL - $25,000 and up (includes the Original Musicians who backed up James Brown –
Bootsy Collins, Fred Wesley, Fred Thomas, Tony Cook, The Funky Drummers Jabo John Starks and
Johnny Griggs, Bobby Byrd Family, Martha High, etc.
GOLD LEVEL - $20,000 and up (includes former musicians who backed up James Brown from 1984 –
2006)
SILVER - $15,000 and up (includes former musicians who backed James Brown for years, along with
other famous musicians)
BRONZE - $1,500 and up (a track show either Tony Wilson Solo, or with horn section beyond Tony
Danny Ray, the Cape Man and MC for James Brown for over 40 years, and Tomirae Brown, James
Brown’s widow are included in all package
SCHOOLS and OTHER NON PROFITS - $TBD Show specifics, such as date, duration and venue can all be
negotiated to suit your needs.
NOTES:
All packages are negotiable and can be customized to suit your exact needs. All musicians subject to change.
All packages are for 90 minute standard shows; however time/duration etc. can be negotiated.
A portion of all proceeds will go towards The James Brown Family Foundation, for their Annual Toy and
Turkey Drives in Augusta, GA (organized and managed by Deanna Brown).

10. THE WORLD CONFERENCE OF MAYORS, INC
(United Nations of Cities)
HONORABLE JOHNNY FORD, Founder, ‘84
Secretary General
Tuskegee, Alabama (USA)
PROCLAMATION
BY
The Honorary Johnny Ford CEO, of the World Conference of Mayors
and Bob Davis, President of the World Conference of Mayors, and its Members
presented to
Tony Wilson the Young James Brown and his Godfather of Soul Band
Designating MAY 3
as
" JAMES BROWN DAY"
WHEREAS, Dr. James Brown, the Godfather of Soul, defined a generation, a movement and a culture, and when he died on
Christmas Day of 2006, a little bit of all us died with him. Initially, James Brown’s Spirit and Essence defined Black
America; but his music, his work ethic, and his dedication to change, brought together races, generations and
countries.
The spirit of James Brown, the “the King of Soul,” is not “just” Black America...but all Americans. “Livin in
America” has become the theme song for us all to celebrate, as one people, living in one country. What a better
time than on May 3rd, to commemorate James Brown’s Birthday and to recognize him for being one of the biggest
contributors to Soul and Funk music in the America...and the world.
WHEREAS, We the World Conference of Mayors gladly issue this Proclamation to Tony Wilson and the Godfather of Soul
Band and The James Brown Family Foundation (organized by Deanna Brown) in praise and recognition of Tony’s
great work to continue the Legacy and Spirit of James Brown, a man who despite his foibles, worked every day of
his life, overcame massive odds (and constant personal challenges) to free himself and free the mind of his
people—not just for a time but for eternity.
We need to remember what James Brown was—bigger than life, iconic in stature (Elvis, Lennon, and no other
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musical genius star shined as bright for 50 years), and on May 3 , we will commemorate what James Brown
stood for, a spirit that invigorated a culturally dead people and gave rise to a pride and identity that forever defined
not just black America...but all America... in a positive way. James Brown turned a jail cell into a studio and a
learning center, and dedicated his life to giving back to the poorest communities and especially, the children. He
was a survivor, a performer, a singer, a dancer, a humanitarian, and a voice for the social order, a TRUE
transformer.
WHEREAS,
Let’s live this year, a year with the first African American President, a year with more economic and social
challenges than we have faced in decades, a year where all of us, black, white, rich and poor, young and old, can
stand in agreement with James Brown’s mission for change of consciousness, and proclaiming positive values.
WHEREAS, Tony Wilson, the Young James Brown, the only entertainer to be personally blessed by the Godfather of Soul
himself, had the vision for this great day. Wilson has re-written one of the Godfather’s masterpieces, “Say it Loud,
I’m Black and I’m Proud” to ...“Say it Loud, Make America Proud”, directly addressing the challenges we face
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today. By proclaiming May 3 Dr. James Brown Day, we will also be standing with Tony Wilson and joining his
cause, along with Tomirae Brown (James Brown’s Widow) to continue the Godfather’s legacy and mission for
change, and in doing so, we will also be standing together, saying YES WE CAN.
www.worldconferenceofmayors.org

11. THE WORLD CONFERENCE OF MAYORS, INC
(United Nations of Cities)
HONORABLE JOHNNY FORD, Founder, ‘84
Secretary General
Tuskegee, Alabama (USA)
PROCLAMATION
NOW, THEREFORE, We, CEO Johnny Ford and President Bob Davis, do hereby proclaim May 3rd as "James Brown Day" Tuskegee,
Alabama and do urge all citizens to join in this celebration.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set the Great Seal of the Tuskegee, Alabama to be affixed this ____ day of March, two
thousand nine.
_____________________________________ ________________________________________
Johnny Ford, CEO World Conference of Mayors Ron Davis, President World Conference of Mayors
www.worldconferenceofmayors.org

13. Sunrise Theatre for the Performing Arts
_______________________________________________________________
117 S. 2nd Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
(772) 461-4884
Fax (772) 461-8373
www.sunrisetheatre.com
February 14, 2009
To whom it may concern:
On January 31, 2009, we had Tony Wilson and the Godfather of Soul Band– the Ultimate, ONLY
endorsed- Tribute band to James Brown, by the Godfather of Soul himself – at the Sunrise Theatre
in Fort Pierce, FL.
For anyone looking to hire a band that will bring down the house, you need to look no further than
Tony Wilson and his Godfather of Soul Band. Unlike most tribute bands who act more like
“impersonators” than artists, Tony Wilson and his band (which consists of the original musicians
who backed James Brown) brought their own style, personalities and most importantly, their
incredible musical talents to entertain a crowd of over 600 people (who most of the time were on
their feet clapping and dancing to the moves and grooves of this group).
I have to say, I have seen a lot of “tribute bands” in my time; from Elvis to Springsteen, from
Sinatra to the Temptations, and they have all been “ok” in my book. But this group absolutely
blew me (and the audience) away. The night began with Tony Wilson getting a key to the city
from Commissioner Rufus Alexander for all of the great work he did prior to the concert,
promoting Martin Luther King Day, the Presidential Inauguration and a Talent Contest to find
young stars to include on his show. After Tony received the key, the FUNK came out in Fort
Pierce.
Instead of doing his arranged first Set of 45 minutes, Tony Wilson and the Godfather of Soul Band
went almost 90 minutes...a lot of the time, entertaining the crowd with spontaneous riffs, fantastic
dancing and even Tony himself, walking through the audience like a politician trying to get
votes...shaking hands and making friends. And yes, Tony did moon walk on his head – his
signature move when performing! And the crowd (and us) went crazy.
The second set continued to grab the audience and once, again, went longer than anticipated. In
fact, the audience gave him a standing ovation for over 5 minutes, and of course, Tony and the
band gave an encore performance of “Get up, Get Into It, Get Involved”....and that they did.
In this industry, it is so easy to find fault and nit-pick all aspects of a performance; and on the flip
side, it is not unusual for a “diva-like” performer to fuss over the smallest things; in Tony’s case,
neither happened, and they could have.

14. Audience members could have walked out due to the shows running over the allotted time, but
they didn’t...and actually wanted all they could get. People after the show waited to shake Tony’s
hand and thank for such an amazing show.
Tony himself, could have lost his cool when the caterer failed to come through (providing less
than adequate food for 20 members of a band), or when the cordless microphones and 2 amplifiers
shorted out. But he didn’t and the show not only went on, it was fantastic!
So, in closing, I want to personally recommend Tony Wilson, not just as the front man for James
Brown and the Godfather of Soul Band. Yes, he is amazing when singing Dr. James Brown’s
songs. However, Tony is the ultimate entertainer; he needs to be in Vegas for sure. From the
Temptations to Lou Rawls, from Nat King Cole to Sam Cooke, Tony does it all and does it at
150% ...ALL IN as they say in Poker.
If you’re looking for a performer to command the band, like Glenn Miller or Count Basie; if
you’re looking for a dancer to show you moves that you’ve never seen before (or probably will
never see again); if you’re looking for a soulful vocalists with charm and appeal like Old Blue
Eyes or Stevie Wonder; if you’re looking for someone who can throw down the funk like Bootsy
Collins or James Brown re-incarnated...look no further than to Tony Wilson (AKA the Young
James Brown).
Sincerely,
Renee Page
Marketing and Development Director
117 South 2nd Street
Fort Pierce, FL 34950
772.461.4884 ext. 306
772.461.8373 fax
rpage@sunrisetheatre.com
www.sunrisetheatre.com