Originally released in 1973 as [r1044684].
On this reissue tracks 1 & 3 are previously unreleased complete versions compared to the original album.
Recorded NYC, March, 1973.
"For some time, Frank Lowe and I had speculated regarding the existence of unreleased portions of the Black Beings concert recording. In January of 2008, I found this material, and thanks to Fred Cohen at Jazz Records Center, we now have included it on this re-issue. There is a total of 15-plus previously unreleased minutes of "In Trane's Name" and "Thulani"." (from Michael D. Anderson's liner notes)
"Black Beings" is a groundbreaking free jazz album by saxophonist Frank Lowe, released in 1973 on the legendary ESP-Disk label. This CD edition captures the raw energy and avant-garde spirit of one of the most influential sessions in modern jazz history. Featuring an all-star lineup including Joseph Jarman, William Parker, Raymond Lee Cheng (aka The Wizard), and Rashid Sinan, "Black Beings" delivers intense improvisations that push musical boundaries with fearless creativity. The recording stands as a testament to Lowe's visionary approach and his ability to unite some of the era's most innovative musicians for an electrifying performance. ESP-Disk has long been celebrated for its commitment to experimental music and artists who defy convention; their catalog includes seminal works from Albert Ayler, Sun Ra, and Pharoah Sanders among others. Frank Lowe himself was a leading figure in New York's loft jazz scene during the 1970s'his collaborations with Alice Coltrane and Don Cherry further cemented his reputation as a trailblazer in avant-garde jazz.
