Name: The Rich are Only Defeated When Running for Their Lives
Brand: Anthony Joseph

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

HS218VL

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "HS218VL"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Colour

Black

Colour details

Discogs ID

Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2021-10-08

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Proper

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

3521381566536

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "3521381566536"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

HS218CD

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "HS218CD"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

2021-05-21

3521383466520

{"blocks": [{"data": {"text": "3521383466520"}, "type": "paragraph"}]}

1 / CD / Extended format: No / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No

Artist

Anthony Joseph

Genre GB

Funk / Soul

Label GB

Heavenly Sweetness

Anthony Joseph is one of the UK's most exciting and innovative voices. Born in Trinidad and residing in the UK since 1989, he is a poet, novelist, musician, and lecturer. Known as 'the leader of the black avant-garde in Britain', his work blends surrealism, Jazz, and the rhythms of Caribbean speech and music. With four poetry collections and a novel titled The African Origins of UFOs to his name, Anthony has been recognized by the Arts Council of England for his significant contributions to contemporary British literature.
As a musician, Anthony Joseph has released several critically acclaimed albums. His debut album Leggo De Lion (Kindred Spirits, 2007) featured lyrics from The African Origins of UFOs. He followed up with Bird Head Son (Heavenly Sweetness) in 2009 alongside the publication of his third poetry collection. Rubber Orchestras (Heavenly Sweetness), produced by Malcolm Catto (Heliocentrics) and Jerry Dammers (Specials), was released in 2011 along with a new collection of poems bearing the same title.
In addition to his solo work, Anthony Joseph has collaborated with numerous artists including *Archie Shepp*, *Keziah Jones*, *Joseph Bowie*, *Laurent Garnier*, *Mop Mop*, *Brzzvll* and *Osunlade*. His musical style resonates with fans who appreciate similar artists such as

Heavenly Sweetness is a French label that was founded in 2007 by Antoine Rajon and Franck Descollonges. Based in Rue des Tamagnards, Villard-de-Lans, France, the label focuses on issuing new releases and reissues with a particular emphasis on spiritual jazz.
With their informative and authoritative tone of voice, Heavenly Sweetness has become known for their dedication to showcasing exceptional music within the genre. Their commitment to releasing both new and reissued albums ensures that listeners have access to a diverse range of spiritual jazz music.
Whether you are an avid fan or just discovering the beauty of spiritual jazz, Heavenly Sweetness offers a curated selection of albums that will captivate your soul. Explore their collection today and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of spiritual jazz.

Back In Stock

British-Trinidadian poet / musician / author Anthony Joseph's latest album was inspired by and echoes the fertile London scene. Anthony has surrounded himself with some of the best musicians on the local scene, including Jason Yarde, Shabaka Hutchings (Sons Of Kemet, The Comet Is Coming), Crispin Robinson (founder of the iconic acid jazz band Galliano,) and Rod Youngs (Gil Scott Heron's drummer).

Operating as a dedication to poetic ancestors and a coming together of musical generations, The Rich are Only Defeated When Running for their Lives is also an almighty jam. Recorded live in August 2020, it shows off the prowess of a team of master musicians from Paris and London. Jason Yarde, who also produced Joseph's 2018 album 'People of the Sun' is credited as producer / composer / arranger - to startling, albeit intimate, effect. Running throughout the release are inter-connected themes: memory, place, belonging and acts of homage.

The Rich are Only Defeated When Running for Their Lives

Music GB