Gil Scott- Heron-The Revolution Will Not Be Televised-LP

• Format: LP
• Label: Flying Dutchman, RCA Corporation, Flying Dutchman Productions, Ltd., Flying Dutchman Productions, Ltd., RCA Records, RCA Records, Best Buy Series, Bob Thiele Music, Ltd., Brouhaha
• Catalog number: AYL1-3818
• Country: US

Copy notes: record looks unplayed

Gil Scott-Heron’s Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised stands as a thoughtful melding of funk, soul, and spoken word, where sharp social commentary meets compelling grooves. Tracks like "Whitey On The Moon" and the title piece articulate pointed critiques of society with a rhythm that compels attention without shouting. The creative partnership between Scott-Heron and Brian Jackson shines through in the songwriting, while the acoustic ensemble brings a focused intimacy to the performance. The album’s artwork, crafted by Haig Adishian and Charles Stewart with photography by Ray Ross, complements the music’s earnest tone with a visual style that’s understated yet evocative. This 1980 vinyl pressing offers a chance to hear the album as it was presented at the time, mastered at RCA Studios in New York and produced by Bob Thiele. The record is graded near mint, promising a listening experience free from distracting surface wear or defects. For those who appreciate records that combine musical depth with a message, this pressing provides both clarity and presence. It’s the kind of record that invites you to listen closely—no revolution required, just a good turntable.

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