The Awakening cover

The Awakening

The Pharaohs · 1971

42 min · 7 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and soul that channels spiritual themes through intricate rhythms and powerful instrumentation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with spiritual themes
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • engaging rhythms for attentive listening
  • immersive experience for reflective moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek quick, standalone songs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1971, The Awakening was The Pharaohs' debut album, marking their entry into the jazz scene. At this time, the group was exploring a unique blend of jazz with African influences, setting them apart in a period dominated by traditional jazz forms.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Damballa 8:03
  • 2 Ibo 3:50
  • 3 Tracks of My Tears 4:07
  • 4 Black Enuff 2:57
  • 5 Somebody’s Been Sleeping 4:14
  • 6 Freedom Road 5:56
  • 7 Great House 13:31

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