A Bag of Gold
37 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of soul jazz and rhythm and blues, punctuated by McCann's distinctive vocals and intuitive piano work.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Shampoo Start here — This track stands out for its engaging melody and McCann's dynamic vocal delivery, embodying the playful spirit of the album.
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(Shades of) Spanish Onions — Its rhythmic groove and catchy hooks highlight McCann’s skillful piano work and ability to create infectious melodies.
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Gone on and Get That Church — This track features a spirited call-and-response structure that showcases not only McCann's vocals but also the communal aspect of live performance.
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The Truth — With its soulful depth and introspective lyrics, this song captures a more reflective side of McCann’s artistry, adding emotional weight to the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- short bursts of playful energy
- headphone detail in rhythmic interplay
- cathartic moments of joyful release
- inviting sing-along choruses
Maybe skip if you
- prefer lengthy, immersive albums
- want heavy, complex arrangements
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album helped establish Les McCann's reputation in the jazz genre.
- Themes
- 1960s soul jazz· communal celebration· playful melodies
- Career context
- Released in 1968, A Bag of Gold was Les McCann's follow-up to the critically acclaimed album Swiss Movement. At this point in his career, McCann had established himself as a prominent voice in jazz, blending genres and showcasing a unique style that set him apart from his contemporaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ramsey Lewis· Horace Silver· Joe Sample
Tracklist
- 1 The Shampoo Start here 8:41
- 2 (Shades of) Spanish Onions 2:55
- 3 The Shout 5:35
- 4 Gone on and Get That Church 3:40
- 5 Fish This Week 2:40
- 6 Kathleen’s Theme 3:31
- 7 The Truth 6:45
- 8 We’ll See Yaw'll After While Ya Heah 3:48
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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