Archie Shep - Blasé
Florida-born saxophonist, composer, poet, actor and playwright Archie Shepp was one of the most articulate exponents of politicized black culture in the late ‘60s, a time of enormous upheaval and radical thought. Relocating to Paris he made a number of highly influential albums, such as Blasé, that broached the essential themes of freedom and racial equality, and tapped into the bedrock of African-American music. Gospel and blues were a major part of the work, which also had a strong avant-garde sensibility. The band featured stellar vocalist Jeanne Lee and members of Art Ensemble Of Chicago. These trailblazing artists who combined jazz, poetry and radical politics made a definitive musical statement. “This re-mastered version of a seminal album still has great musical and emotional power... “ Kevin Le Gendre
On limited edition white vinyl.
TRACKLISTING
1. My Angel
2. Blasé
3. There Is A Balm In Gilead
4. Sophisticated Lady
5. Touareg
PRODUCT DETAILS
Artist: Archie Shep
Label: BYG
Condition: New
Genre: Jazz
Format: Vinyl LP
Cat Number: BYG529318
Released: 27th January 2023
Florida-born saxophonist, composer, poet, actor and playwright Archie Shepp was one of the most articulate exponents of politicized black culture in the late ‘60s, a time of enormous upheaval and radical thought. Relocating to Paris he made a number of highly influential albums, such as Blasé, that broached the essential themes of freedom and racial equality, and tapped into the bedrock of African-American music. Gospel and blues were a major part of the work, which also had a strong avant-garde sensibility. The band featured stellar vocalist Jeanne Lee and members of Art Ensemble Of Chicago. These trailblazing artists who combined jazz, poetry and radical politics made a definitive musical statement. “This re-mastered version of a seminal album still has great musical and emotional power... “ Kevin Le Gendre
On limited edition white vinyl.
TRACKLISTING
1. My Angel
2. Blasé
3. There Is A Balm In Gilead
4. Sophisticated Lady
5. Touareg
PRODUCT DETAILS
Artist: Archie Shep
Label: BYG
Condition: New
Genre: Jazz
Format: Vinyl LP
Cat Number: BYG529318
Released: 27th January 2023