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Pieces of a ManGil Scott-Heron
Soul & R&B · 1970s
Pieces of a Man — 1971
Gil Scott-Heron
Released 1971Soul & R&B
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A foundational fusion of soul, jazz and spoken word, home to 'The Revolution Will Not Be Televised'. Sharp and influential. A proto-rap landmark. They make our lists once — and it counts.
On vinyl: Vintage copies and modern reissues both circulate — worth comparing condition and remaster notes before you buy.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- The Revolution Will Not Be Televised on Best 1970s Soul & R&B Songs
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