This record has sparked many late - night discussions at our lab. It features some of the most amazing grooves ever put on vinyl. With the powerful drumming of Alphonse Mouzon, it has complex musical movements. It's been sampled by well - known artists like Tribe for their Low End Theory interludes, Beastie Boys in 'Get It Together', Pete Rock on his first album, and Babu in Comprehension, offering countless sample - worthy moments. McDaniels' religious vocals are an acquired taste. They're not the typical good singing, but over the funky arrangements, they're strangely engaging. On tracks like 'Jagger the Dagger', the vocals blend perfectly, while on 'See What's Happening...' in 'Headless Heroes', there's a strange clash. This album really makes you think about the balance between quality and rarity in the record - digging scene. It's a 50th anniversary special edition, pressed on purple vinyl (the color is very dark, almost black unless held up to light). It comes in a deluxe gatefold sleeve with a printed insert that includes handwritten lyrics and new liner notes by Alphonse Mouzon, Adrian Younge, Chicano Batman and more. It's a limited - edition release from Real Gone Music in 2021. Highly recommended.
To enjoy this vinyl LP, first, make sure your turntable is clean and in good working condition. Gently place the purple vinyl on the turntable platter. Use a tonearm to carefully lower the needle onto the record's groove. The vinyl color is very dark, almost black, so when handling it, be careful as it might be a bit tricky to see the details. To maintain its quality, store the record in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. When not in use, keep it in the deluxe gatefold sleeve to protect it from dust and scratches. Remember, this is a limited - edition item, so take good care of it to enjoy its unique music for years to come.
