Charles Mingus "Jazz In Detroit / Strata Concert Gallery / 46 Selden" 5xLP BOX
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Charles Mingus "Jazz In Detroit / Strata Concert Gallery / 46 Selden" 5xLP BOX

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LISTEN EXCLUSIVE: THE LOST TAPES!!MINGUS MEETS STRATA: LIVE FROM THE GALLERY“I'm trying to play the truth of what I am. The reason it's difficult is because I'm changing all the time.” Charles MingusThe radical discovery by Amir Abdullah of 5 two-track master tapes in the care of Hermine Brooks ­– widow of innovative Detroit drummer Roy Brooks – of the Charles Mingus Quintet recorded live in Detroit at Strata Concert Gallery is cause for some serious celebration.These electrifying recordings took place during Mingus’ week-long residency in February 1973. They were broadcast live by drummer/producer and broadcaster Robert “Bud” Spangler for WDET FM – a public radio station dedicated to jazz – from Kenny and Barbara Cox’s multi-purpose home for Strata Records at 46 Seldon. Entrance to the gig was $5 dollars in advance and $6 on the door.By the early Seventies Mingus’ militant musings, volatile character and hugely innovative musical offerings had already earned him global notoriety. He’d

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