Released 50 years ago
The Reason Why I'm Talking S--t
Eddie Harris · 1976
47 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz improvisation and spoken word, reflecting the artist's unique vision and social commentary.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful spoken word interludes
- candid reflections on performance
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- engaging social commentary
- vibrant improvisational moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward song structures
- seek instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'The Reason Why I'm Talking S--t' was released in 1976, Eddie Harris was already known for his innovative approach to jazz, particularly through his use of electric instruments. This album followed his acclaimed releases in the 1960s and 1970s, marking a period where he began to blend more eclectic influences into his sound, showcasing his signature style of combining jazz with elements of spoken word and funk.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sun Ra· Herbie Hancock· Pharoah Sanders
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 People Getting Ready to Go See Eddie Harris 8:14
- 2 What I'm Thinking Before I Start Playing 4:46
- 3 Are There Any Questions 10:22
- 4 The Reason Why I'm Talking 0:10
- 5 The Next Band - Music: Brother Soul, Part 1 2:57
- 6 Ain't Shit Happening - Music: Brother Soul, Part 2 4:04
- 7 Projects and High Rises - Music: Bee Bump 4:54
- 8 Singing and Straining - Music: The Aftermath 6:50
- 9 People Enjoying Themselves 4:00
- 10 Eddie Atlantic 1:38
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