The Mind of Gil Scott-Heron
Gil Scott-Heron · 1978
43 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A rich tapestry of spoken word, jazz rhythms, and social commentary that challenges the status quo.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with peaks
- thought-provoking social commentary
- wave-like pacing that flows
- engaging spoken word narratives
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification
- seek straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1978, Gil Scott-Heron was evolving from his early work into a prominent figure in politically charged music. 'The Mind of Gil Scott-Heron' followed his critically acclaimed album 'Pieces of a Man' and showcased his growing artistic depth while solidifying his role as a voice for social justice.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amiri Baraka· The Last Poets· Abbey Lincoln
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 H20 Gate Blues 7:58
- 2 We Beg Your Pardon (Pardon Our Analysis) 7:52
- 3 The New Deal 3:10
- 4 Jose Campos Torres 2:36
- 5 The Ghetto Call (Dot Dot Dit Dot Dit Dot Dot Dash) 12:57
- 6 Bicentennial Blues 8:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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