Curtis/Live!
Curtis Mayfield · 1971
67 min · 16 tracks · funk · soul
Soulful grooves and socially conscious lyrics resonate through Curtis Mayfield's powerful live performance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic live performance energy
- long, immersive listening sessions
- soulful grooves for reflection
- wave-like pacing and flow
- socially conscious lyrical themes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1971, 'Curtis/Live!' was a pivotal moment for Curtis Mayfield, following his successful debut solo album 'Curtis' just a year earlier. This live recording showcased his transition from the lead singer of The Impressions to a solo artist with a strong social message, solidifying his role as both a musical innovator and a voice for the civil rights movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Marvin Gaye· Sly and the Family Stone· Stevie Wonder
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mighty, Mighty (Spade and Whitey) 6:47
- 2 Rap 0:36
- 3 I Plan to Stay a Believer 3:16
- 4 We're a Winner 4:47
- 5 Rap 0:42
- 6 We've Only Just Begun 3:50
- 7 People Get Ready 3:39
- 8 Rap 0:40
- 9 Stare and Stare 6:09
- 10 Check Out Your Mind 3:51
- 11 Gypsy Woman 3:48
- 12 The Makings of You 3:26
- 13 Rap 2:01
- 14 We the People Who Are Darker Than Blue 6:46
- 15 (Don't Worry) If There's a Hell Below We're All Going to Go 9:25
- 16 Stone Junkie 7:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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