A groundbreaking classic from the legendary Stax label, Ghetto: Misfortune's Wealth by 24-Carat Black is a masterwork of soul and funk, produced and arranged by Isaac Hayes collaborator Dale Warren. Heralded as one of the first concept albums within the genre, its searing orchestrations and poignant narratives explore the challenges of life in America's inner cities, creating a powerful, cinematic listening experience that continues to resonate decades after its original 1973 release.
This album’s ambitious scope and lush, blaxploitation-era grooves have made it a crucial source of inspiration for generations of artists, with tracks sampled by icons like Kendrick Lamar, Jay-Z, Dr. Dre, and Digable Planets. Part of the Craft Recordings "Made In Memphis" series, this edition features new liner notes by Grammy® Award-winner Rob Bowman, shedding fresh light on the enduring influence of this soul-funk cult classic.
- Format: Vinyl
- Color Vinyl
- Label: Stax
- Genre: Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 02/23/2018
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TRACKS
A1. Synopsis One: In The Ghetto / God Save The World
A2. Poverty's Paradise
A3. Brown-Baggin'
B1. Synopsis Two: Mother's Day
B2. Mother's Day
B3. Foodstamps
B4. Ghetto: Misfortune's Wealth
B5. 24-Carat Black (Theme)
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