Product details
- Label Rounder Records
- Artist Bessie Jones
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 1975
- Genre Blues
- Sealed Yes
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So Glad I'm Here by Bessie Jones.
Bessie Jones navigated jazz fusion's emergence while staying true to artistic vision.
Musical Analysis:
Bessie Jones leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"So Glad I'm Here" by Bessie Jones is a vibrant tapestry of traditional African American spirituals and folk songs, woven together with the rich threads of familial storytelling and cultural pride. Released on Rounder Records, this album stands as a testament to Jones's role as a cultural custodian, preserving the oral traditions and music of the Gullah people from the Georgia Sea Islands. Each track is a heartfelt journey through the joys and struggles of life, anchored by Jones's powerful voice, which resonates with authenticity and emotion. This collection not only showcases her extraordinary vocal talent but also serves as a vital historical document, bringing forth the echoes of a community whose music is seldom heard in mainstream channels.
Listeners will find themselves transported to a place where rhythm and resilience intertwine, as Jones's interpretations breathe new life into songs like “This Little Light of Mine” and “Oh, How I Love Jesus.” Each note invites you to celebrate the spirit of togetherness and the joy of existence, offering a reminder that music
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. So Glad I'm Here
A2. Johanna
A3. Yonder Come Day
A4. Kindlin' Wood
A5. Shoo Turkey
A6. Trun My Body Round
A7. Riley
B1. Titanic
B2. Amazing Grace
B3. You Better Mind
B4. Oh Death
B5. Daniel In The Lion's Den
B6. May Be The Last Time, I Don't Know
Credits:
Susan Marsh - Design
Jacki Spector - Edited By
John Bittner - Lacquer Cut By
Mary Jo Sanna Barron - Liner Notes
Mary Jo Sanna Barron - Photography By [Back Cover]
Irene Saletan - Photography By [Front Cover]
Bill Nowlin - Recorded By
Bruce Kaplan (2) - Recorded By
Barbara Ann Ross - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Barbara Walthour - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Bessie Burkes - Vocals (B1 to B6)
Bessie Jones - Vocals
Donald Gibson - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Douglas Quimby - Vocals (A2, A4, A7 to B6)
Frankie Quimby - Vocals (B1 to B6)
Gus Hargrove - Vocals (A2, A4, A7 to B6)
Jacqueline Burns - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Michelle Johnson (6) - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Regina Gibson - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Sandra Walthour - Vocals (A1, A3, A5, A6)
Notes:
Tracks A1, A3, A7 to B6 recorded July 30 & 31, 1973 at St. Simons Island, Georgia, Church of God in Christ.
Tracks A2, A4 to A6 recorded in Brunswick, Georgia.
Issued in gatefold sleeve with lyrics.
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Bessie Jones
Format: 1LP
Genre: Blues
Label: Rounder Records
Catalog Number: 2015
Release Year: 1975
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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