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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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ROBIN KENYATTA ~ STOMPIN` AT THE SAVOY WOUNDED BIRD 1658 (Barcode: 664140165823) ~ USA ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1974 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 Atlantic label, of which this was the third and last. Supported by a fantastic crew of musicians, which included drummer Alphonse MouzonFind albums by this artist, bassist Ron CarterFind albums by this artist, trumpeter Lew SoloffFind albums by this artist and many others, Kenyatta continues the direction set by his previous albums, mixing styles and genres at will, manages to create a unique piece of music, which includes a rare combination of Funk, Jazz-Rock, World Music and Blues. His saxophone and 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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ROBIN KENYATTA ~ TERRA NOVA WOUNDED BIRD 1644 (Barcode: 664140164420) ~ USA ~ Jazz-Rock Fusion Recorded: 1973 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 Atlantic label, of which this was the second. Supported by a fantastic crew of musicians, which included drummer Ray LucasFind albums by this artist, bassist Ron CarterFind albums by this artist, trumpeter Enrico RavaFind albums by this artist and many others, Kenyatta continues the direction set by his previous album, adding more World Music and especially Caribbean influences, manages to create a unique piece of music, which includes a rare combination of Funk, Jazz-Rock, World Music. His saxophone and 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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ROBIN KENYATTA ~ UNTIL WOUNDED BIRD 2005 (Barcode: 664140200524) ~ USA ~ Jazz Recorded: 1968 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. This album was his debut recording as a leader and was released on the VortexFind albums on this label label, the experimental outlet of AtlanticFind albums on this label. He is supported by a great cast of some of the best players at the time, including trombonist Roswell RuddFind albums by this artist, trumpeter Mike LawrenceFind albums by this artist, pianist Fred SimmonsFind albums by this artist, bassist Walter BookerFind albums by this artist, drummer Horace ArnoldFind albums by this artist and others. Three of the four tracks are his original compositions and the music is a great example of the late 1960s American Jazz, which combines the tradition with modern approach developed by innovators of the Free Jazz movement. The Kenyatta / Lawrence interplays are similar to some extent to the Ornette ColemanFind albums by this artist / Don CherryFind albums by this artist exquisite cooperation. Arnold´s drumming is excellent and emphasizes his role as one of the best American drummers sadly little know outside a small circle of connoisseurs. It´s great to have this album back in circulation after so many years of oblivion as it is a classic of the genre and a valuable historic document. A must to Free Jazz buffs!

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