The Ensemble Al-Salaam - The Sojourner [P-Vine Japan]

Format: LP pressed in Japan.

Groove-Diggers
First worldwide LP reissue
Completely limited production
With obi
Original release from 1974

A gem of an album that fully expresses the beauty, strength, and depth of American spiritual jazz. It is the first work recorded in 1974 by The Ensemble Al Salaam, led by saxophonist Khaliq Abdul Al Rouf.

From the Afrocentric "The Sojourner," a prototype of Two Banks of Four; "Circles," moving through high-speed modal jazz "Trace Of Trane," dedicated to Coltrane; the exciting and tense "Malika"; the peaceful "Optimystical"; and the masterpiece "Peace," which transitions from a warm, soulful first half to a Brazilian explosion—this is an album I truly wish as many music fans as possible would listen to.

In particular, the track featuring the powerful vocalist Beatrice Parker is a true highlight.