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Spiritual Jazz 13: Now, Part 1
The first 12 volumes of Jazzman's hugely popular 'Spiritual Jazz' series have unearthed a wealth of historic recordings in the genre, collating a variety of works from the '50s to the '80s by artists from all around the world. And so, with Volume 13, they turn our attention to what's happening NOW. Over the course of 24 tracks and spanning 2 CDs, Jazzman presents an overview of the contemporary exponents of spiritual jazz; musicians who are intent on bringing something personal to the table, as much as they recognize the importance of those who have paved the way for them. Featuring music recorded within the past 20 years and from 15 different countries, including modern classics from veterans Steve Reid and Idris Ackamoor, providing a vital link between the past masters and the enlightened new generation. TRACKS: 01. Benjamin Herman - Lizard Waltz 02. Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids - An Angel Fell 03. Nat Birchall - The Black Ark 04. Chip Wickham - Shamal Wind 05. Jimi Tenor & Kabukabu - Suite Meets 06. Black Flower - Winter 07. Darryl Yokley - Echoes Of Ancient Sahara 08. Damon Locks Black Monument Ensemble - Sounds Like Now 09. Oiro Pena - Nimeton 10. Cat Toren - Soul 11. Wisdom of Elders - Shabaka & the Ancestors 12. Gnawa - Makaya McCraven