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The Last Poets – Transcending Toxic Times (2-CD)

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Est. 1974, Curated by Heads
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Formed in Harlem in 1968, The Last Poets laid the groundwork for spoken word as a political weapon, their percussive, uncompromising verses arriving years before hip-hop had a name. Decades on, their fire hasn't dimmed. Tacuma's production roots bring a deep jazz lineage to the session, connecting the Poets' tradition to the avant-garde conversation that Ornette Coleman spent a lifetime opening up.

The Last Poets are widely credited as the godfathers of Hip-Hop. Transcending Toxic Times is the album that fully defines their careers and legacy. Artfully recorded and produced by Jamaaladeen Tacuma (Ornette Coleman), the album intertwines the groove of Black culture with The Last Poets powerful words and cadence. Special Guests Malik B, Ursula Rucker, Tim Motzer, and Wadud Ahmad. This record will finally define the correct blend of poetry, jazz, Hip-Hop, and Soul, with the full expectation that it will be emulated for years to come.

Tracklist

Disc 1

1. We Are The Last Poets (0:40)
2. For The Millions (8:12)
3. A.M. Project (8:40)
4. Heartbeat (2:19)
5. If We Only Knew (5:54)
6. Young Love (6:31)
7. Black Rage (6:48)

Disc 2

1. Soul Reflection (5:47)
2. Don't Know What I'd Do (5:02)
3. Personal Things (7:04)
4. Love (7:44)
5. JuJu Jimi (6:08)
6. Rain Of Terror (8:52)
7. Toxic Times

UPC: 824833025173
Label: Ropeadope
Release Date: 5.10.19
Format: CD