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Disc 01
01. "MIGHTY MIGHTY (SPADE AND WHITEY)"
02. "I PLAN TO STAY A BELIEVER"
03. "WE'RE A WINNER"
04. "WE'VE ONLY JUST BEGUN"
05. "PEOPLE GET READY"
06. "STARE AND STARE"
Disc 02
01. "CHECK OUT YOUR MIND"
02. "GYPSY WOMAN"
03. "THE MAKINGS OF YOU"
04. "WE THE PEOPLE WHO ARE DARKER THAN BLUE"
05. "(DON'T WORRY) IF THERE'S A HELL BELOW"
06. "WE'RE ALL GOING TO GO"
07. "STONE JUNKIE"
08. "SUPERFLY (1973)-BONUS TRACK"
09. "MIGHTY MIGHTY (SPADE AND WHITEY) (SINGLE VERS"
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| Description: | Curtis Live by Curtis Mayfield, released 29 January 2015, includes the following tracks: "We're A Winner", "People Get Ready" and more.
This version of Curtis Live comes as a 2xLP in a(n) Gatefold Sleeve packaging.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - 180GR. / INCL. 2 BONUS TRACKSDouble 180 gram vinyl LP pressing in gatefold sleeve includes two bonus tracks. Curtis/Live! Is Curtis Mayfield's first live album after leaving the Impressions. Originally released in 1971 as a double LP on Mayfield's Curtom label, the album's 16 tracks along with Mayfield's interstitial raps on the politics of the day were recorded at Paul Colby's 230 seats Bitter End nightclub in New York City. Mayfield and his band's first set at a Bitter End date in January 1971 comprised the bulk of the music presented here. Mixed primarily with Eddie Kramer at Electric Lady Studios, the album features Henry Gibson playing percussion, Craig McMullen on rhythm guitar, Joseph 'Lucky' Scott on bass, and Tyrone McCullen on drums. Many critics feel Live! Is a powerful demonstration of Mayfield's pre-Superfly accomplishment, and some even said it's one of the greatest concert albums ever cut on a soul artist, and one of the legendary live albums of all time."Curtis Live" is a landmark live LP by soul visionary Curtis Mayfield, capturing him at the height of his creative and political powers. Recorded in an intimate club atmosphere, the album showcases Mayfield's unmistakable falsetto, supple guitar work and socially conscious songwriting in raw, unfiltered form. The performance focuses on extended, groove-oriented renditions of key songs from his early solo period and late Impressions era, emphasizing nuanced dynamics, call-and-response with the audience and a deep, laid-back funk feel. With warm, organic sound and an almost conversational stage presence, "Curtis Live" feels less like a conventional concert recording and more like a direct dialogue between artist and listeners, making it an essential document for fans of conscious soul and classic 70s live albums.
Curtis Mayfield was one of the most influential figures in soul, funk and politically engaged popular music. Starting as the driving force behind The Impressions, he helped define the sound of Chicago soul with hits that combined gospel-rooted melodies and sharp social commentary. As a solo artist he became a key voice of the civil rights era, known for his sophisticated arrangements, innovative guitar style and lyrics that addressed social justice, urban reality and empowerment. His work on the "Super Fly" soundtrack made him a central architect of cinematic soul and influenced generations of R&B, hip-hop and neo-soul artists. Widely regarded as a pioneer of conscious soul and a major inspiration for later producers and songwriters, Mayfield's catalogue remains a touchstone for musicians seeking depth, groove and meaning.
This LP edition of "Curtis Live" is released by Music On Vinyl, a specialist label dedicated to high-quality reissues on 180-gram vinyl and carefully curated catalogue releases. Known for its attention to sound quality, quiet pressings and faithful artwork reproduction, the label focuses on giving classic albums a premium, long-lasting physical edition for collectors and audiophiles. With its emphasis on well-mastered reissues across soul, rock, jazz, soundtracks and more, Music On Vinyl has built a strong reputation among vinyl enthusiasts who value both audio fidelity and respect for the original recordings. A Music On Vinyl pressing of "Curtis Live" underlines the album's status as a timeless soul document and offers a listening experience that does justice to the intimacy and power of Mayfield's performance. |
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| No. of tracks: |
14 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
MOVLP1300 |
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