Singles: The Definitive 45's Collection, Vol. 1: 1952-1961 brings together the extraordinary early singles of Sun Ra, capturing his cosmic vision during a highly creative period in Chicago. This essential compilation showcases the innovative blend of jazz, doo-wop, R&B, and the avant-garde that made Sun Ra a trailblazer and a legend, offering a window into the experimental sounds that would shape his legacy.
This carefully curated collection covers recordings from a variety of intimate settings, ranging from home studios to renowned RCA and Balkan Studios, spanning the years 1952 to 1961. Listeners can expect a dynamic journey through Sun Ra's early explorations, punctuated by extensive liner notes and rare photos that immerse you in the spirit of the Arkestra's formative years on Earth.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Strut
- Genre: Jazz, Soul & Funk
- Release Date: 11/25/2016
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TRACKS
A1. I Am An Instrument
A2. I Am Strange
A3. Chicago Usa
A4. Spaceship Lullaby
A5. Daddy's Gonna Tell You No Lie
A6. A Foggy Day
A7. I'm Coming Home
A8. Last Call For Love
B1. Soft Talk
B2. Super Blonde
B3. Saturn
B4. Call For All Demons
B5. Demon's Lullaby
B6. Supersonic Jazz
C1. Medicine For A Nightmare
C2. Urnack
C3. It's Christmas Time
C4. Happy New Year To You!
C5. M Uck M Uck (Matt Matt)
C6. Hot Skillet Moma
D1. Bye Bye
D2. Somebody's In Love
D3. Dreaming
D4. Daddy's Gonna Tell You No Lie
D5. October
E1. Adventur In Space
E2. Hours After
E3. Great Balls Of Fire
E4. Round Midnight
E5. Back In Your Own Back Yard
F1. Saturn
F2. Velvet
F3. The Sun One
F4. Message To Earthman
F5. The Sun Man Speaks
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