Album Info
Record Store Day 2024 Australian Vinyl Release
This vinyl record will be available to buy online from 9am on Monday 22nd April. It will be first come first serve and there is a maximum purchase limit of one record per release (you can buy as many records as you want but not multiples of the same record) and there are no holds.
| Artist: | Gil Scott Heron |
| Album: | Winter In America (Limited Galaxy Black & White Vinyl) |
| Released: | April 20, 2024 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Peace Go With You, Brother (As-Salaam-Alaikum) | 5:30 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron/B. Jackson | ||
| A2 | Rivers Of My Fathers | 8:29 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron/B. Jackson | ||
| A3 | A Very Precious Time | 5:13 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron/B. Jackson | ||
| A4 | Back Home | 2:50 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron/B. Jackson | ||
| B1 | The Bottle | 5:14 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron | ||
| B2 | Song For Bobby Smith | 4:42 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron | ||
| B3 | Your Daddy Loves You | 2:57 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron | ||
| B4 | H2Ogate Blues | 8:23 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron | ||
| B5 | Peace Go With You Brother (Wa-Alaikum-Salaam) | 1:11 |
| Written-By - Scott-Heron/B. Jackson |
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- Happy Listening!
Details
Genre(s): |
Jazz, Funk, Soul, Soul-Jazz, Jazz-Funk, Rhythm & Blues, Spoken Word |
Format: |
Vinyl Record LP |
Description
PLEASE NOTE: The following album review is general information about the original record release and may not be releveant to this specfic vinyl release for Record Store Day 2024.
Gil Scott-Heron's "Winter in America," released in 1974, is widely regarded as one of his most influential works, encapsulating the social and political climate of the era with profound lyrical depth and musical innovation. Collaborating closely with musician Brian Jackson, Scott-Heron delivers an album that blends jazz, soul, and blues, creating a sound that is both reflective and revolutionary.
The album opens with "Peace Go with You, Brother (As-Salaam-Alaikum)," a track that sets a contemplative tone with its smooth jazz arrangement and Scott-Heron's spoken-word delivery. The song's message of peace and understanding serves as a thematic foundation for the album, addressing the societal divisions and challenges of the time.
"The Bottle," one of the album's standout tracks, showcases Scott-Heron's unique blend of soulful melodies and incisive social commentary. The song's groove-driven sound, combined with lyrics that tackle issues of addiction and poverty, highlights Scott-Heron's ability to address complex subjects with empathy and insight.
The production on "Winter in America" is characterized by its simplicity and warmth, with Jackson's keyboard work and the sparse instrumentation providing a perfect backdrop for Scott-Heron's powerful voice and poetic lyrics. The album's sound is intimate and unadorned, allowing the messages within the music to resonate deeply with the listener.
"H2Ogate Blues" is a poignant piece that features Scott-Heron's spoken-word performance over a minimalistic blues arrangement. The track's commentary on the Watergate scandal and its broader implications for American society exemplifies Scott-Heron's talent for weaving together personal narratives with political critique.
Lyrically, "Winter in America" delves into themes of disillusionment, social injustice, and the search for hope amidst adversity. Scott-Heron's lyrics are both personal and universal, offering a reflection on the American experience that is as relevant today as it was in the 1970s.
The title track, "Winter in America," stands out for its haunting melody and somber assessment of the political and cultural landscape. Scott-Heron's lamentation of lost opportunities and the chilling of the American spirit is both moving and thought-provoking, making it one of the album's most powerful moments.
In retrospect, "Winter in America" is seen as a seminal work in Scott-Heron's discography and the broader landscape of socially conscious music. The album's blend of musical genres, combined with its poignant commentary on the state of America, has cemented its status as a classic work of art that transcends the boundaries of time and genre.
Overall, "Winter in America" stands as a testament to Gil Scott-Heron's genius as a musician and a poet. The album's ability to articulate the complexities of the human condition, set against the backdrop of a changing society, makes it an essential listen for those seeking to understand the power of music as a form of social commentary and expression.
