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Berkeley 1978 [ Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition) ]

Berkeley 1978

SKU: V106836 Barcode: 5055892201450
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Format: Vinyl / 12" Album Coloured Vinyl (Limited Edition)

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  • Released Date: 23 May 2025

  • Genre: Jazz

Our Take
Gil Scott-Heron and the Midnight Band's live album from Berkeley 1978 is like a musical time machine transporting you back to a groovy era where the funk was flowing and the soul was glowing. The band's performance is so tight, you'd think they had been playing together for decades. From the infectious rhythms to the powerful vocals, every track on this album is a banger. Scott-Heron's lyrics are as thought-provoking as ever, touching on political and social issues with a sharp wit and keen insight. His spoken word pieces are like poetry set to music, painting vivid pictures of a world in flux. And let's not forget the Midnight Band, whose funky grooves provide the perfect backdrop for Scott-Heron's words to shine. The energy and passion of the live recording really comes through, making you feel like you're right there in the audience, grooving along with the crowd. It's a testament to the timeless quality of Scott-Heron's music that these songs still resonate so strongly over 40 years later. So sit back, relax, and let Gil Scott-Heron and the Midnight Band take you on a journey through time with this electrifying live album. Trust us, you won't be disappointed.

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Hello Sunday-Hello Road
2. 95 South (All the Places We've Been)
3. Home Is Where the Hatred Is
4. Song of the Wind
5. The Bottle
6. Johannesburg

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