This compilation draws from Syl Johnson's recordings for the Twilight and Twinight labels, including the seminal 1969 single 'Is It Because I'm Black?'.
- The title track was recorded in 1969 and became an anthem for Black Power and identity.
- The compilation was released in 2005 by Numero Group, a label specializing in reissuing obscure soul and funk.
- The album was critically acclaimed, introducing a new generation of listeners to Johnson's powerful voice and songwriting.
Syl Johnson was a Chicagoan soul singer best known for his assertive vocal style and his work with Twinight Records. This 2005 compilation on Numero Group arrived late in his career, highlighting his output from the late 1960s and 1970s.
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