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Track Listings
| 1. Billy Jack |
| 2. When Seasons Change (LP Version) |
| 3. So In Love (LP Version) |
| 4. Jesus (LP Version) |
| 5. Blue Monday People (LP Version) |
| 6. Hard Times (LP Version) |
| 7. Love To The People (LP Version) |
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CD America Today, 1975 Album
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11 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
Curtis Mayfield had been in the forefront of Soul music for many years, one of the first artists to promote an overtly political agenda in his music, as well as love songs, first through the Impressions and later as a solo artist. Both sides of Curtis' writing are in evidence on "No Place...".
The opener, Billy Jack, has a stuttering funk groove, and laments the passing of a friend, shot with a hand gun. That funk Groove is also in evidence on "Hard Times, and "Love to the People", both songs which have a message of social justice, although Curtis Mayfield always promoted a theme of self reliance and self determination, which features on virtually every track here.
As for the only love song, "So In Love" is one of my favourite of all Curtis' music - a slow tribute to his lady, with production typical of the man, supporting the music rather than overwhelming it.
This is probably the last great Curtis Mayfield album, although he would produce great music by other artists, notably"Sparkle" by Aretha Franklin. The onrush of Disco had started, and in common with many other artists, Curtis found that the world had no time for a social conscience as a result.
It is true, however, that the series of albums from "Curtis" to this one represent some of the finest Soul music ever produced and stand as a tribute to a fine, and highly under-rated artist.
REVIEWER'S NOTE - I have amended this review after comment. I have no wish to cause offence.
The opener, Billy Jack, has a stuttering funk groove, and laments the passing of a friend, shot with a hand gun. That funk Groove is also in evidence on "Hard Times, and "Love to the People", both songs which have a message of social justice, although Curtis Mayfield always promoted a theme of self reliance and self determination, which features on virtually every track here.
As for the only love song, "So In Love" is one of my favourite of all Curtis' music - a slow tribute to his lady, with production typical of the man, supporting the music rather than overwhelming it.
This is probably the last great Curtis Mayfield album, although he would produce great music by other artists, notably"Sparkle" by Aretha Franklin. The onrush of Disco had started, and in common with many other artists, Curtis found that the world had no time for a social conscience as a result.
It is true, however, that the series of albums from "Curtis" to this one represent some of the finest Soul music ever produced and stand as a tribute to a fine, and highly under-rated artist.
REVIEWER'S NOTE - I have amended this review after comment. I have no wish to cause offence.
By leoncox
Format:Audio CD
I was completely blown away by this album. Not many songs however quality rather than quantity makes this one of the best albums i have ever had the pleasure of listening too.
I have only recently been turn on to Curtis Mayfield and i can confidently state that this man is a genius... 'Superfly', 'Sweet exorcist' and now 'There is no place like america today' are 3 fantastic albums.
I have only recently been turn on to Curtis Mayfield and i can confidently state that this man is a genius... 'Superfly', 'Sweet exorcist' and now 'There is no place like america today' are 3 fantastic albums.
5 of 7 people found the following review helpful
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This is a superb album. I bought my vinyl copy when it was released mid 70's and still play it today. This music is timeless. Classic Curtis Mayfield - a must buy.
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Curtis
For me certainly one of his best, a great selection of songs from his best period of work, rather than get a greatest hits, buy this I am sure you will be pleasantly surprised.
Published 4 months ago by Mr. B. ASHTON
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There's No Album Like This Out There Today
A friend introduced me to this extraordinary album in the mid 80s, ten years after its release and, while I initially found it alarmingly downbeat, I couldn't stop playing it for... Read more
Published on 25 Nov 2008 by Caspersozza
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The last "classic" from Curtis
I think most Curtis fans would agree that this release marks the end of his golden period. After the intense work of the previous year or so, and with the funk groove in general... Read more
Published on 9 Feb 2007 by Mr. SJ Harper
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