Name: Black, Brown and Beautiful
Brand: Oliver Nelson

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

HIQLP114

Colour

Black

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Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

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Format detail

180 Gram Vinyl housed in Gatefold Sleeve.

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-03-31

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

029667017312

Total Cap

Black LP

HIQLP114RT

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[r26780243]

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Artist

Oliver Nelson

Genre GB

Jazz

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Flying Dutchman

Oliver Nelson was an American jazz saxophonist, clarinetist, flutist, arranger and composer. Born on June 4, 1932 in Saint Louis, MO, United States, he made significant contributions to the world of music before his untimely death on October 28, 1975 in Los Angeles, CA. Known for his exceptional talent and versatility as a musician and composer, Nelson's work continues to inspire artists across genres.

With a career spanning several decades, Oliver Nelson left an indelible mark on the jazz scene. His innovative arrangements and compositions showcased his mastery of various instruments including the saxophone, clarinet and flute. His unique style blended elements of traditional jazz with contemporary influences resulting in a sound that was both captivating and timeless.

Influenced by legends such as *Tobtok*, *Sam Padrul* and *Moodshift*, Oliver Nelson's music resonates with fans who appreciate soulful melodies and intricate harmonies. Artists like *Lenno*, *Keljet* and *Skogsrå* draw inspiration from his pioneering approach to music composition.

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Originally released in 1970, Black, Brown and Beautiful saw legendary composer and arranger Oliver Nelson musically address the state of black America in the wake of the assassination of Martin Luther King. Tracks like Requiem, Lamb Of God and Martin Was A Man, A Real Man directly address the passing of King, whereas Self Help Is Needed and I Hope In Time A Change Will Come orchestrally and passionately ask questions that still remain unanswered today. Indeed, Nelson writing about the track Self Help Is Needed stated “I have always felt that the Federal Government wasn’t going to do a damn thing and American Blacks were going to have to do it themselves. However, you can’t have a foot on your neck making it impossible for you to help yourself. That seems logical – doesn’t it?” Sadly, those words still hold true today. &nbsp;

Musically, this is a sumptuous almost big band banquet with Nelson himself talking the soprano sax solo on the aching I Hope In Time A Change Will Come. Those who are fans of classic Nelson albums like The Blues And The Abstract Truth (1961) and the equally polemical The Mayor And The People (1971) will find much to enjoy here.

This reissue replicates the original high quality gatefold sleeve of the original and is pressed on 180gm vinyl.

Black, Brown And Beautiful has never been reissued on vinyl since the original 1970 US pressing.&nbsp; So, more than half a century after its release, Ace Records are delighted to offer it to jazz collectors and fans worldwide.

Black, Brown and Beautiful

Music GB

Discover Black, Brown and Beautiful by Oliver Nelson. Limited edition LP on Flying Dutchman. A powerful musical reflection on black America in the wake of MLK's assassination.