Disc 02 01. "On This Night (If That Great Day Would Come) (Album Version)"
02. "The Mac Man (Album Version)"
03. "The Mac Man (Alternate Take)"
04. "The Original Mr. Sonny Boy Williamson (Album Version)"
05. "In A Sentimental Mood (Album Version)"
06. "The Chased"
07. "The Chased"
08. "The Chased"
09. "The Pickaninny (Album Version)"
Disc 03 01. "Hambone (Album Version)"
02. "Los Olvidados (Album Version)"
03. "Malcolm, Malcolm - Semper Malcolm (Album Version)"
04. "Prelude To A Kiss (Album Version)"
05. "The Girl From Ipanema (Album Version)"
06. "Hambone (Live (1965 Village Gate))"
Disc 04 01. "A Portrait Of Robert Thompson (As A Young Man) (Album Version)"
02. "Mama Too Tight (Album Version)"
03. "Theme For Ernie (Album Version)"
04. "Basheer (Album Version)"
Disc 05 01. "Damn If I Know (The Stroller) (Album Version)"
02. "Frankenstein (Album Version)"
03. "Fiesta (Album Version)"
04. "Sophisticated Lady (Album Version)"
05. "New Africa (Album Version)"
06. "Bakai (Album Version)"
Number of discs:
5
Description:
5 Original Albums by Archie Meets Kahil El'zabar's Ritual Trio Shepp, released 30 August 2018, includes the following tracks: "Cousin Mary", "Rufus" and more.
This version of 5 Original Albums comes as a 5xCD. -
Made in the EU.
All CD's remastered by Erick Labson using 20-bit Super Mapping except ON THIS NIGHT remastered by Paul Elmore. (Erick Labson's name is spelled as "Eric Labson.")
ON THIS NIGHT uses the 1993 CD master but removes the bonus track "Malcolm, Malcom, Semper Malcolm" because the exact same recording is on FIRE MUSIC, which is also included in this set. This is noted on the CD sleeve except that it incorrectly states that the track is on MAMA TOO TIGHT.
"5 Original Albums" is a comprehensive CD collection by the legendary jazz saxophonist Archie Shepp, released under the renowned Impulse label. This box set brings together five of Shepp's most influential albums, showcasing his innovative approach to avant-garde and free jazz from the 1960s and 1970s. Listeners are treated to powerful performances that blend soulful melodies with political consciousness, reflecting both Shepp?s technical mastery and deep emotional expression. The selection highlights key moments in his career, including collaborations with other jazz greats and explorations into blues and African-American musical traditions. Impulse Records, known as "The House That Trane Built," has been home to some of the greatest names in jazz history?its commitment to artistic freedom made it an ideal platform for visionaries like Archie Shepp.
