Name: Black Woman
Brand: Sonny Sharrock

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Catalogue number

SV169

Colour

Black

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Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2023-06-16

Signed copies

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Supplier GB

Forte

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Standard:20

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857661008698

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Black LP

Artist

Sonny Sharrock

Genre GB

Jazz

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Superior Viaduct

Sonny Sharrock was a pioneering American free-jazz guitarist who made significant contributions to the music scene in the '60s and early '70s. He collaborated with renowned artists such as Miles Davis, Pharoah Sanders, Roy Ayers, and Herbie Mann. Alongside his wife Linda Sharrock on vocals, he released three solo LPs in the early '70s before stepping away from music. In the early '80s, he returned to the spotlight after meeting Bill Laswell and joining *Material*. Later, he became part of the Free-Rock-Jazz-Noise quartet Last Exit. Throughout the '80s and '90s, Sharrock pushed boundaries by blending jazz, metal, and punk in various improvisation and noise ensembles.

Sharrock's discography includes numerous solo releases as well as collaborations with other artists. Notable among them is his highly acclaimed album *Ask The Ages* on Laswell’s Axiom Records featuring Pharoah Sanders once again. Additionally, he made guest appearances on records by Material, Machine Gun, Ginger Baker, Nicky Skopelitis, F. Robert Lloyd among others.

Born on August 27th 1940 in Ossining New York; Sonny Sharrock sadly passed away on May 25th 1994 in Ossining New York.

Superior Viaduct is an archival label based out of San Francisco. With a focus on reissuing rare and overlooked gems from the past, they bring lost classics back to life for music lovers around the world.
Since their founding, Superior Viaduct has become known for their meticulous attention to detail in every release. From sourcing the best available master tapes to creating high-quality vinyl pressings, they ensure that each album sounds as good as it did when it was first recorded.
With a diverse catalog spanning genres such as punk, post-punk, experimental, jazz, and more, Superior Viaduct offers something for every music enthusiast. Whether you're a seasoned collector or just starting your vinyl journey, you can trust Superior Viaduct to deliver exceptional releases that will enhance your listening experience.

Reissue of brilliant album originally released in 1969 on Vortex. 

Sonny Sharrock's first album as a leader Black Woman remains a classic of raw, unrestrained free jazz from one of the most innovative guitarists of all time.

Black Woman

Music GB