Gil Scott Heron - Minister Of Information Live
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Review by John Young
Minister of Information by Gil Scott Heron is a powerful and politically charged album that showcases the artist's unique blend of spoken word poetry and soulful jazz music. Released in 1974, the album features some of Heron's most iconic tracks, including "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" and "Whitey on the Moon".
Heron's lyrics are a scathing critique of American society, particularly its treatment of Black people and its obsession with consumerism and materialism. He uses his platform to call for revolution and social change, urging his listeners to wake up and take action against the injustices of the world.
Musically, Minister of Information is a masterclass in jazz fusion, with Heron's spoken word poetry blending seamlessly with the funky rhythms and soulful melodies of his backing band. The album's production is raw and unpolished, giving it a sense of urgency and immediacy that perfectly matches the urgency of Heron's message.
Table of Contents
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Gun | 4:08 | |
| Winter in America | 07:47 | |
| Save the Children | 11:19 | |
| Alien (Hold On To Your Dream) | 6:30 | |
| Winter In America | 7:47 | |
| Save The Children | 11:19 | |
| Blue Collar | 10:30 | |
| Washington D.C. | 6:22 | |
| The Bottle | 14:49 | |
| Alien (Hold on to Your Dreams) | 06:30 |
Video
Gil Scott-Heron - The Bottle (Live)
Gil Scott-Heron - Save The Children (Live)
Images
Catalog Numbers
- CCSCD 403
- CMC 3092-2
Labels
- Castle Communications PLC
- Castle Communications
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- kuunnella verkossa
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- online luisteren
- online anhören
- ascolta in linea
- ouvir online
- écouter en ligne
Formats
- CD
- Album
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Castle Communications PLC |
| Copyright (c) | Castle Communications PLC |
| Licensed From | Peak Top Records |
| Published By | White Metal Music Ltd. |
| Produced For | Peak Top Records |
| Glass Mastered At | Disctronics S |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Robbie Gordon |
| Design | Werner Watty |
| Drums | Rodney Youngs |
| Executive Producer | Jon Beecher |
| Keyboards | Gil Scott-Heron, Glenn "Astro" Turner (tracks: 6, 7), Kim Jordan (tracks: 1-5) |
| Layout | Werner Watty |
| Liner Notes | Freddy Cousaert |
| Percussion | Larry Mc Donald |
| Photography By | Dirk “Chippo“ Ingelbrecht |
| Producer | Freddy Cousaert |
| Tenor Saxophone | Ron Holloway |
| Vocals | Gil Scott-Heron, Kim Jordan (tracks: 1-5) |
| Written By | Scott/Dyer/Britnell (tracks: 3) |
| Written-By | Gil Scott Heron (tracks: 1, 2, 4 to 7), Howard Scott (tracks: 3) |
| Executive-Producer | Jon Beecher |
Notes
- Ⓟ 1994 Castle Communication PLC.
- Ⓒ 1994 Castle Communication PLC.
- Licensed from Peak Top Records.
- MADE IN THE EEC.
- Contains 3 page fold out sleeve notes & images .
- Made in Germany
Barcodes
- Barcode: 5 017615 940329
- Matrix / Runout: S CCSCD 403 01 DISCTRONICS
- Matrix / Runout (On inner ring, Variant 1): 11
- Matrix / Runout (On inner ring, Variant 2): 1
- Matrix / Runout (On Inner ring, Variant 3): 12
- Label Code: LC 6448
- Mould SID Code: IFPI 8796
- Barcode (Printed): 4 010946 309224
- Matrix / Runout: OPTIMAL GERMANY CMC3092-2 (A)1
Summary by John Young
Comments
compagniealoeuvre
SPIRIT WITHIN SELF !
777xtv
WoW!
dawnepton
SAVE THE CHILDREN, SOON IT WILL BE THEIR TURN, , , , , ,
lestribulationsdemademoiselle
Still speaking Loud 71st Birthday Celebration Season Gill Scott we go way back now Words are Still Loud in 2021 October
jaffaneli
The tenor saxophonist was slayings too . koodles to Ron !
eranmabat
The keyboardist is slaying.
roccozizzafotografo
beatifull song, beautifull words!
berezovskayada
The best! Rip my brother..
jakubwp
My Fave GSH Song
vaishnavi703
A Masterpiece ! R.I. I. Gil
lembkeclan
This song loves me, and I love this soothing song energy. It is beautiful!!!
heroshio1
This is lucci Ali from North Philly I PLAY THIS FOR all the greatest children in the world the ones i see in the morning going to school and the ones i see coming home from school every day it only takes one 2 Save the babies I am one of those who try to Save one peace
thriftedag
This is lucci n.philly I'm on my porch blasting 2again for the exceptional children in my world right about now
bellacrazy77
Just one thing.
czachariapittsburghelderlawcom
Before his time
asufianygmailcom
this is such a beautiful song,
sphoortikola
He was talking/singing/ social awareness before most.
a01701016
This lucci n.philly its a blessing this day in my world right about now save children every time I have a moment 2 try to deliver the word peace and love to every one in my world right about world right about now
aleksey663
It only takes one I am the one wh0 believe I am one peace and love to the believers
migxela
The Is A Beautiful Song Save The Children Gil Scott Heron R.I.P. Brother ???????? Music ??? Master ❣????
sinembozatli
I was honored to have him as a mentor as a child..Gone to soon,he was before his time..He was his own worse enemy!! RIP MY FRIEND!!!
fltalevts777
this really needs a vinyl release
pikachuvanoss
REST IN PERFECT LOVE ❤ AND PEACE !
viktoriabradley
This man was so talented and so beautiful ❤️ ❤️ very beautiful. Rip her voice ❤️
sonuckp
4:18
junichirochikamori
A salute to this phenomenal icon and majestic band.
bahichem
Damm this sounds as good now as it did then
huynphuong
Amazing. I try to do just one thing each day . . . I love this message and this messenger. I agree, gone too soon. Thanks for this tune!
tonundtat
one of my regrets of life was - I had a chance to play with Gil in London jazz café featuring Ronnie Holloway however I bottled it and decided to enjoy the occasion !!!! At least I meat the man yea !! Ps Ronnie if you ever read this , please get in touch man ? martin
