Goin' Home
Archie Shepp · 1977
51 min · 10 tracks · post-bop
A soulful blend of traditional spirituals reinterpreted through Shepp's bold, expressive jazz sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like emotional ebb and flow
- introspective moments of reflection
- soulful explorations of tradition
- uplifting crescendos and releases
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1977, Archie Shepp was an established figure in jazz, known for his avant-garde approach. 'Goin' Home' marked a significant return to the roots of African American spiritual music after years of experimental exploration. This album was released following his acclaimed work in the late 1960s and early 1970s, showcasing a new depth in his artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Albert Ayler· Pharoah Sanders· Ornette Coleman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Goin' Home 6:10
- 2 Nobody Knows the Troubles I've Seen 4:43
- 3 Go Down Moses 4:21
- 4 Steal Away to Jesus 6:14
- 5 Deep River 4:51
- 6 My Lord What a Morning 4:40
- 7 Amazing Grace 4:22
- 8 Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child 5:20
- 9 Swing Low, Sweet Chariot 2:43
- 10 Come Sunday 7:43
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