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Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids all have long histories prior to the groups initial formation in Yellow Springs, Ohio in 1972. The inspired playing of the lead saxophonist and Margo Simmons’ flute, as well as the Pyramids’ libertarian grooves, detail the freedom and unification of black people. With their American afro-jazz roots and support since the beginning from poet and pianist (and pioneer of free-jazz) Cecil Taylor, to whom they pay homage in Theme for Cecil, the group champions a joyous Pan-Africanism. With timeless jazz, Funk Noir, a nod towards Fela Afrobeat (Shaman !), an allusion to Ethio-Jazz (Eternity), and a mention of the Dogon people (Dogon Mysteries), their music traverses oceans and consciousness with serenity. Separated for thirty-five years, they resumed their mission in 2012. Shaman ! is the third episode since their rebirth and, as shown in The Last Slave Ship which addresses the transportation of their ancestors on the last slave ship from Africa, their message hasn’t changed. Their quest for identity translates to music that is eternally current, frank and melodic, nostalgic and joyous, but always free and liberating. © Benjamin MiNiMuM/Qobuz
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The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
The Pyramids, MainArtist - Malcolm Catto, Producer - Bruce Baker, Composer, Lyricist - Idris Ackamoor, MainArtist - Aomawa Music, MusicPublisher
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
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Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids all have long histories prior to the groups initial formation in Yellow Springs, Ohio in 1972. The inspired playing of the lead saxophonist and Margo Simmons’ flute, as well as the Pyramids’ libertarian grooves, detail the freedom and unification of black people. With their American afro-jazz roots and support since the beginning from poet and pianist (and pioneer of free-jazz) Cecil Taylor, to whom they pay homage in Theme for Cecil, the group champions a joyous Pan-Africanism. With timeless jazz, Funk Noir, a nod towards Fela Afrobeat (Shaman !), an allusion to Ethio-Jazz (Eternity), and a mention of the Dogon people (Dogon Mysteries), their music traverses oceans and consciousness with serenity. Separated for thirty-five years, they resumed their mission in 2012. Shaman ! is the third episode since their rebirth and, as shown in The Last Slave Ship which addresses the transportation of their ancestors on the last slave ship from Africa, their message hasn’t changed. Their quest for identity translates to music that is eternally current, frank and melodic, nostalgic and joyous, but always free and liberating. © Benjamin MiNiMuM/Qobuz
About the album
- 1 disc(s) - 9 track(s)
- Total length: 01:14:56
- Main artists: Idris Ackamoor The Pyramids
- Composer: Bruce Baker
- Label: Strut
- Genre: Jazz
2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH 2020 Strut Records - a division of K7 Music GmbH
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