The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Gil Scott-Heron · 1974
62 min · 17 tracks · jazz
A potent blend of spoken word, jazz, and soul that critiques social injustice with raw urgency.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- raw urgency in spoken word
- dynamic exploration of themes
- thought-provoking narratives throughout
- reflective moments of stillness
- cathartic engagement with social issues
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek lighthearted party music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised' was Gil Scott-Heron's follow-up to his debut album, 'Small Talk at 125th and Lenox'. At this point in his career, Scott-Heron was establishing himself as a key voice in the Black Arts Movement, blending music with poignant social commentary. This album solidified his reputation as a pioneering figure in the realm of spoken word and politically charged music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amiri Baraka· The Last Poets· Abbey Lincoln
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Revolution Will Not Be Televised 3:07
- 2 Sex Education: Ghetto Style 0:52
- 3 The Get Out of the Ghetto Blues 5:08
- 4 No Knock 1:30
- 5 Lady Day and John Coltrane 3:34
- 6 Pieces of a Man 4:56
- 7 Home Is Where the Hatred Is 3:20
- 8 Brother 1:45
- 9 Save the Children 4:27
- 10 Whitey on the Moon 1:28
- 11 Did You Hear What They Said? 3:28
- 12 When You Are Who You Are 3:23
- 13 I Think I’ll Call It Morning 3:32
- 14 A Sign of the Ages 4:03
- 15 Or Down You Fall 3:13
- 16 The Needle’s Eye 4:51
- 17 The Prisoner 9:25
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