Winter in America
Gil Scott-Heron · 1974
74 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A haunting blend of jazz, spoken word, and soul that captures the struggles of urban America.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with reflections
- haunting themes of urban struggle
- thoughtful exploration of personal narratives
- live recordings for intimate connection
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Winter in America' marks Gil Scott-Heron's fourth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Pieces of a Man'. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his role as a prominent voice in the Black Arts Movement, addressing social issues with a blend of poetic lyricism and musical innovation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Amiri Baraka· The Last Poets· Abbey Lincoln
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Peace Go With You, Brother (As-Salaam-Alaikum) 5:33
- 2 Rivers of My Fathers 8:33
- 3 A Very Precious Time 5:19
- 4 Back Home 2:51
- 5 The Bottle 5:10
- 6 Song for Bobby Smith 4:41
- 7 Your Daddy Loves You 2:56
- 8 H2Ogate Blues 8:13
- 9 Peace Go With You, Brother (Wa-Alaikum-Salaam) 1:11
- 10 Winter in America (live) 8:23
- 11 Song for Bobby Smith (alternate take) 4:43
- 12 Your Daddy Loves You (live) 4:28
- 13 The Bottle / Guan Guanco (live) 11:56
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