IZIPHO SAMS

Description

Pharoah Sanders’ Izipho Zam (My Gifts) is a groundbreaking jazz masterpiece. Recorded in 1969, two years after John Coltrane's passing, and released in 1973 on Strata-East, the album features a 13-member ensemble including Sonny Sharrock, Lonnie Liston Smith, Cecil McBee, and Leon Thomas. Blending Eastern influences with expansive jazz, Sanders’ genius is showcased with “Prince of Peace,” highlighting Thomas’ unique vocals, and the 28-minute title track, offering an exploration of dissonance and harmony with West African percussion and meditative chants. Pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Record Technology Inc. (RTI) and mastered by Kevin Gray at Cohearent Audio, the vinyl edition comes in high-quality, glossy gatefold jackets. It also includes new liner notes from Harmony Holiday and previously unreleased photos, making this release a must-have for jazz enthusiasts and collectors alike.