3552398500633

Berkeley Live 1978

Gil Scott Heron

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Format: CD

Cat No: OFBCD5006

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Release Date:  07 February 2025

Label:  Offbeat

Packaging Type:  Brilliant Case (Jewel Case size, Holds 2 CDs)

No of Units:  1

Barcode:  3552398500633

Genres:  Jazz  Jazz  

  • Description

    Gil Scott-Heron embodied a mix of fiery social commentary, soulful music, and deep artistry. One of the most influential voices of his time, his performances were renowned for their intensity, intelligence, and ability to engage and provoke thought. He referred to himself as a "bluesologist" and to many he is seen as "the godfather of rap". His raw, emotional story-telling from classics such as "Home is Where the Hatred Is" approach addiction through a poetic, personal, and sorrowful perspective. Offbeat brings you this radio broadcast of his live show at Berkeley 1978.

    Gil Scott-Heron - vocal, piano, guitar
    Brian Jackson - keys, flute
    Allan Barnes - sax
    Derbert Taylor - piano, trumpet, flugelhorn, percussion, vocals
    Barnett Williams - percussion
    Siggie Dillard - bass
    Reggie Brisbane - drums

  • Tracklisting

      Disc 1

      Side 1

      • 1. Intro
      • 2. Gil's opening speech
      • 3. The Spirit of the Drum
      • 4. Hello Sunday, Hello Road
      • 5. 95-South (all of the places we've been)
      • 6. Racetrack In France
      • 7. We Almost Lost Detroit
      • 8. Home Is Where the Hatred Is
      • 9. Band intro
      • 10. Song of the Wind (aka Blow Wind Blow)
      • 11. Band intro ... The Bottle
      • 12. Johannesburg