Shepp delivers a set of vocal and instrumental tracks that blend folk, blues, and spirituals, a notable departure from his more avant-garde work.
- The album features lyrics by the poet André Bernard and was recorded in Paris.
- This was one of Shepp's earliest forays into vocal performance on record.
- The album was released on the GRP label in July 1970.
Archie Shepp is a saxophonist known for his work in the post-bop and free jazz scenes. In 1970, he was releasing challenging, politically charged material on various labels.
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