Kings of Mali

by Chico Freeman

Type: Album
Released: 18 September 1977
Label: India Navigation
Country: United States
Length: 30:25
Community rating: 3.91/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Saxophonist Chico Freeman bridges the intense spiritualism of 60s free jazz with the rigorous structures of the Chicago avant-garde on 'Kings of Mali'. Joined by vibraphonist Jay Hoggard, the acoustic quintet navigates highly energetic, polyrhythmic compositions inspired by African history. The recording captures the vibrant, unconstrained creative energy flowing through the late 70s loft jazz scene.

Genres

Avant-Garde Jazz

Descriptors: acoustic, improvisation, rhythmic

Tracklist

Credits

Chico Freeman - primary artist, composed by, tenor saxophone [tenor sax], soprano saxophone [soprano sax], flute, alto flute, thumb piano [african bailophone]
Cecil McBee - bass
Famoudou Don Moye - composed by, drums, percussion, gong [gongs], whistle [whistles], thumb piano [african bailophone]
Anthony Davis - piano
Jay Hoggard - vibraphone, thumb piano [african bailophone]