"In" Jazz for the Culture Set
Dannie Richmond · 1965
30 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of bebop and cultural commentary, this album blends intricate melodies with a socially conscious edge.
Top tracks — play these first
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Blowin' in the Wind — Richmond's arrangement transforms this iconic protest song into a jazz standard, blending poignant themes with improvisational flair that resonates deeply within the context of the civil rights movement.
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Freedom Ride — This track captures the spirit of activism through its dynamic rhythms and expressive solos, serving as a musical tribute to the struggle for civil rights and social justice.
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The Berkeley Underground — With its intricate interplay between instruments, this track exemplifies Richmond's innovative approach to composition, highlighting his ability to weave personal narratives into broader social commentary.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 High Camp 3:06
- 2 Sweet Little Sixteen 2:14
- 3 Freedom Ride 3:02
- 4 The Spider 3:55
- 5 Blowin' in the Wind 2:40
- 6 Pfoofnick 4:20
- 7 The Berkeley Underground 4:52
- 8 Mister Nashville 3:55
- 9 John Kennedy Memory Waltz 2:09
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