Today James believes that such troubles are behind him: "I feel great, and I'm very clear and focused. Now when I'm playing somewhere, I actually know what city I'm in." And how does a once-and-future super freak feel about being a spokesman for sobriety? He laughs before saying, "God has a hell of a sense of humor."
Rick James, with Tony! Toni! Tone! 7 p.m. Friday, November 6, Mammoth Events Center, 1510 Clarkson Street, $27.50-$40, 303-830-8497.
