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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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