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ROBIN KENYATTA ~ GYPSY MAN WOUNDED BIRD 1633 (Barcode: 664140163324) ~ USA ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1972 Released: 2008 American saxophonist / flautist / composer Robin KenyattaFind albums by this artist first appeared on the Free Jazz scene in the mid-1960s playing as a sideman with such distinguished musicians as Bill DixonFind albums by this artist, Andrew HillFind albums by this artist and others. By the 1970s Kenyatta changed his musical direction and joined the Jazz-Rock and Funk movements, which were thriving at the time. He recorded a series of Jazz-Rock / Funk albums for the AtlanticFind albums on this label label, of which this was the first. Supported by a fantastic crew of musicians, which included drummer Billy CobhamFind albums by this artist, bassist Stanley ClarkeFind albums by this artist, guitarist David SpinozaFind albums by this artist and many others, Kenyatta manages to create a unique piece of music, which includes a rare combination of Funk, Jazz-Rock, World Music influences and even some free form improvisation. His flute work is featured extensively, and is the highlight of the album. This little known gem is definitely worth to be rediscovered by people who missed it at the time, as it includes loads of memorable music. Check it out!

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