Weldon Irvine - Young, Gifted And Broke - Japan Mini LP CD

Credits:

Weldon Irvine

Description:

Inspired by the Black Civil Rights anthem "Young, Gifted and Black" by Weldon Irvine and Nina Shimone, the musical "Young, Gifted and Broke" ( 1977), which he wrote, directed music for, and wrote all the lyrics and music for, is now available on VINYL for the first time ever! 1977), which he wrote, directed, and wrote all the lyrics/compositions for, is now available on VINYL for the first time in the world! This is a definitive crossover jazz and soul album that resonates with the soul with its simple yet beautiful melodies, heartbreaking sound and strong spirited message! The musical "Young, Gifted and Broke" was written by Weldon Irving, who had literary as well as musical talent, and for which he wrote the script, directed the music, and wrote all the lyrics and music under his own pen in 1977.This album is an album of songs from the play, and while it is mainly composed of very simple songs without excessive arrangements or development because it is a musical work, it is a superb crossover jazz and soul album with Weldon's unique emotional melodies and powerful message. This is a crossover jazz and soul album! Starting with the groovy jazzy funk "No! Now? Never! None! The fusion-like instrumental number "Musical Interlude (instrumental)" (M8), with its light groove guitar, and the middle number "Only Yesterday" (M13), full of mellow fillings, are also on the album. Weldon Irving's compositional skills are evident throughout the album! The world's first LP release with the latest remastering!

Tracklisting:

1.No! Now? Never! None!
2.We Got a Deal
3.Just Take One Step; He'll Take Two
4.Sermon - Dialogue
5.Comin' Home
6.Benediction
7.Singing for God In The City
8.Musical Interlude (instrumental)
9.Black Lightnings' Song
10.Pity for The Man
11.Karate Dancer (instrumental)
12.Ego
13.Only Yesterday
14.Ghetto Lament
15.Again
16.Tight Rope
17.I Count It Joy