Gilles Peterson
Gilles PetersonFreedom, rhythm & sound

Freedom, rhythm & sound

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Freedom, rhythm & sound

revolutionary jazz original cover art 1965-83

. This is a unique collection of cover artwork of revolutionary Jazz releases in the USA in the 1970s, a time of great political and social importance for African-American artists. Martin Luther King, Malcolm X and John Coltrane loom large as self-determination, economic power and musical freedom led to artists finding new paths - both musical and economic.

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Awsome! A true historical account of the late 1960's-70's jazz era.
This is a large format (approximately 12"x 12") hardcover ,well made book. There is a five page overview concerning the era (1965 into the early 80's) when this music was released.

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