Fire Music (Archie Shepp album)


Fire Music is a studio album by Archie Shepp released on Impulse! Records in 1965. "Malcolm, Malcolm Semper Malcolm" is dedicated to Malcolm X, whilst "Los Olvidados" is a homage to the film of the same name.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow states "This particular early Archie Shepp recording has its strong moments, although it is a bit erratic... Overall, this set, even with its faults, is recommended".

Track listing

  1. "Hambone" – 12:29
  2. "Los Olvidados" – 8:54
  3. "Malcolm, Malcolm Semper Malcolm" – 4:48
  4. "Prelude to a Kiss" – 4:50
  5. "The Girl from Ipanema" – 8:36
  6. "Hambone" – 11:53 Bonus track on CD, recorded live at the Village Gate on March 28, 1965

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