Curtis Mayfield Gospel

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This ingenious collection pulls the most gospel-style and thematically religious tracks from Chicago soul pioneer Curtis Mayfield's recordings. Gospel is a solid, dynamic serving of both pumpin' '60s soul and mellow '70s grooves. The lyrics speak of love, forgiveness, prayer, and introspection, all flavored with the African American pride Mayfield never feared to display. At first it's a bit weird to see six of the Impressions' songs--including the hit "People Get Ready"--recontextualized in such a way, but the disc's abrupt changes of style quickly cohere after a few listens. "We Got to Have Peace" and "Something to Believe In" are great as funky preacher songs, not just funky, baby-relax-with-me-on-this-luxurious-couch songs. So long as the listener doesn't have completely strict definitions of what is and what is not spiritual, the message of faith within "When We're Alone" and "You Ought to Be in Heaven" is easily glimpsed. Soul fans already know that Mayfield's music is slinky, sly, and irresistibly groovy. This collection just makes the true Christian messages within Mayfield's richly textured funk shine as clearly as his many salacious songs of Solomon. --Mike McGonigal

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Beautiful Brother: The Essential Curtis Mayfield
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • GREAT
Beautiful Brother: The Essential Curtis Mayfield
Curtis Mayfield
Manufacturer: Metro Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004RIMO
Release Date: 2000-05-23

Tracks:

  1. Superfly
  2. A Heavy Dude
  3. Pusherman
  4. Soul Music
  5. Do Do Wap Is Strong In Here
  6. Give Me Your Love
  7. Ain't No Love Lost
  8. Little Child Running Wild
  9. Freddie's Dead
  10. Tripping Out
  11. No Things On Me
  12. People Get Ready (Live)
  13. Mr Welfare Man
  14. Back Against The Wall
  15. People Never Give Up

Album Description

15 of the greatest solo hits by legendary singer/ songwriter/ guitarist Mayfield, often considered the top name in soul funk. Included in this affordably-priced set are such classics as 'Superfly', 'Pusherman', 'Freddie's Dead' and a live version of 'People Get Ready'. The fulll title is Beautiful Brother/The Essential. 2000 release standard jewel case.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars GREAT.......2000-07-14

Curtis Mayfield is one of the Greatest Talents Ever.as a Writer,Arranger,Producer,Vocalist is one of the Baddest ever.the Material here Reflects a True Musical Trail-Blazer.His WOrds,Music&Vocals are Pure Genius.He really hit The Soul&Spirit.
Curtis Mayfield Gospel
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • pure joy
  • VERY UPLIFTING
Curtis Mayfield Gospel
Curtis Mayfield
Manufacturer: Rhino / Wea
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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  1. Al Green - Greatest Gospel Hits
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ASIN: B00000GC10
Release Date: 1999-01-19

Tracks:

  1. Amen
  2. People Get Ready
  3. Whever You Leadeth Me
  4. You Ought To Be In Heaven
  5. Jesus
  6. A Prayer
  7. Meeting Over Yonder
  8. Something To Believe In
  9. Love To The People
  10. We Got To Have Peace
  11. When We're Alone
  12. Keep On Pushing
  13. It's All Right /Amen

Amazon.com

This ingenious collection pulls the most gospel-style and thematically religious tracks from Chicago soul pioneer Curtis Mayfield's recordings. Gospel is a solid, dynamic serving of both pumpin' '60s soul and mellow '70s grooves. The lyrics speak of love, forgiveness, prayer, and introspection, all flavored with the African American pride Mayfield never feared to display. At first it's a bit weird to see six of the Impressions' songs--including the hit "People Get Ready"--recontextualized in such a way, but the disc's abrupt changes of style quickly cohere after a few listens. "We Got to Have Peace" and "Something to Believe In" are great as funky preacher songs, not just funky, baby-relax-with-me-on-this-luxurious-couch songs. So long as the listener doesn't have completely strict definitions of what is and what is not spiritual, the message of faith within "When We're Alone" and "You Ought to Be in Heaven" is easily glimpsed. Soul fans already know that Mayfield's music is slinky, sly, and irresistibly groovy. This collection just makes the true Christian messages within Mayfield's richly textured funk shine as clearly as his many salacious songs of Solomon. --Mike McGonigal

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars pure joy.......2005-07-26

What a joy it is to listen to this cd. This was my introduction to Curtis, and from here I have now bought 9 more of his cds. Rhino does a very good job here. Many of the tracks on this comp did not make it on to the box set (a prayer, jesus) which makes no sense because they are great songs. Here you get a lighter, inspirational side of this great visonarys talent. Still, songs like Heaven and keep on pushin, rock your socks off! If you dont own any Curtis this is a good place to start. Discovering Curtis is truly a "blessing" for any music lover, and these rhino issues sound great and are priced right on amazon!

5 out of 5 stars VERY UPLIFTING.......2000-04-29

CURTIS MAYFIELD PUTS So Much Heart&Soul into His Work.THe Songs Here Reflect His SPiritual Vibe&are Very Uplifting&Strong.Curtis Mayfield's Music was Always About Pride&Feeling Good About Yourself.A Must Have.
Gospel Greats
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Gospel Greats
    Curtis Mayfield
    Manufacturer: Rhino Flashback
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000065EVE
    Release Date: 2003-10-10

    Tracks:

    1. Wherever You Leadeth Me
    2. When Were Alone
    3. A Prayer
    4. Something To Believe In
    5. Love To The People
    6. We Got To Have Peace
    7. Keep On Pushing
    8. Jesus
    9. Keep On Moving On
    10. Its All Right Amen (Live)

    Album Description

    Rhino Records compilation highlights the late Chicago soul legend's gospel hits. 10 tracks.
    Just Being Me
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      Just Being Me
      Curtis Mayfield III
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B000NWKXVG

      Product Description

      Curtis Mayfield III is an extraordinary songwriter as well as skilled record producer. Curtis is the son of R&B legend Curtis Mayfield and you can hear that the apple doesnt fall far from the tree. From Curtis thought provoking lyrics in tunes like Just Being Me to the lush arrangement of What If? he has lived and learned with one of the best and most recognized producer / songwriters of our time in his father. "CIII" as he is affectionately referred to in the music world was born August 10th in Chicago, Illinois. Curtis is an exciting and extremely talented musician that plays over 13 instruments fluently. This includes all woodwind instruments from Flutes to Clarinet and Oboe to Keyboards and Guitar. At an early age Curtis joined his grade school band and immediately began to explore his musical creativity which never seemed to have any boundaries. He quickly rose to become one of the most renowned classical soloist in Illinois youth orchestra competitions bringing home first place medals in several competitions. In High School Curtis was able to branch out into Jazz music and studied under what many believe to be the best High School music director in the country, Mr. David Eanes. It was under Eanes tutalage that Curtis began to grow musically and as a leader amongst his peers. Curtis quickly became a McDonalds All-American musician and was listed in Whos Who in Music when he was only a sophomore. Curtis went on to earn numerous awards both as a soloist and leader in his band. By the time Curtis left High School he had already played several shows with his father, Lionel Hampton, Bunky Green, and many other notable artists. 1 Just Being Me 2 Pray 3 Soldier In the Sand 4 What If? 5 Girl From 123 (Instrumental) 6 My Love (Instrumental) 7 What If? (Instrumental)
      Gospel Greats
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        Gospel Greats
        Curtis Mayfield
        Manufacturer: Collectables Records
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

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        ASIN: B000LP6L0M
        Release Date: 2006-12-19

        Tracks:

        1. Wherever You Leadeth Me - The Impressions, Curtis Mayfield
        2. When We're Alone
        3. Prayer
        4. Something to Believe In
        5. Love to the People
        6. We Got to Have Peave
        7. Keep on Pushing
        8. Jesus
        9. Keep on Keeping On
        10. It's All Right/Amen [Live]

        Music:

        1. DUB Sound&Power
        2. Freehand [Enhanced]
        3. Go Tell It on the Mountain
        4. God He Reigns: Live Worship From Hillsong Church [Import] [Live]
        5. God in Us
        6. Great Gospel Women
        7. Greater Than Us All 10th Anniversary Edition
        8. Heaven Help Us All
        9. Heaven Is My Home
        10. Home

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