Name: Pharoah Sanders - Izipho Zam (LP)
Brand: Pharoah Sanders
SKU: 0T71VtP4ScPmTvF7dFYRM0
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (11 reviews)

Product description

Pharoah Sanders' "Izipho Zam (My Gifts)" is a seminal work in the free jazz genre, recorded in 1969 but not released until 1973. This album is a testament to Sanders' innovative spirit and his ability to push the boundaries of jazz. Featuring a large ensemble, including Chief Bey on African drums, the album showcases Sanders' distinctive tenor saxophone playing, which is both powerful and deeply spiritual.

The album opens with "Prince of Peace," a calm and introspective piece that sets the tone for the rest of the record. This track is an early version of "Hum-Allah," which later appeared on Sanders' album "Jewels Of Delight." The second track, "Balance," continues the spiritual journey, while the title track "Izipho Zam" brings the album to a powerful conclusion.

Recorded just two years after the passing of John Coltrane, "Izipho Zam (My Gifts)" carries the torch of Coltrane's spiritual jazz legacy, blending free jazz with elements of hard bop and African rhythms. The album was initially recorded with Clifford Jordan as producer and was eventually released by Strata-East in 1973, making it a significant addition to Sanders' discography and a crucial piece of jazz history. With a duration of 50 minutes, this album is a profound exploration of sound and spirituality, featuring Sanders at the height of his creative powers.

This 2025 Reissue Remastered LP is housed in a gatefold, pressed on 180g vinyl.

Product specifications

Details

Album: Izipho Zam
Artist: Pharoah Sanders
LP release year: 2025
Album release date: 1 januari 1973
Label: Strata-East
EAN: 673203501119
Available: Yes

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 50 min
Tracks: 3 tracks
Weight: 180g
Packaging: Gatefold

EAN

EAN: 673203501119

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: USA, Canada & UK
Genre: Free jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: Yes
Reissue: Yes

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Top-Notch Tone Poet Pressing
5 out of 5 stars
SoverzgaApril 26, 2025United States🇺🇸
Incredibly fantastic pressing! This is top-notch tone poet /analogue production quality, and then some!
Vinyl Perfection, Flawless Pressing
5 out of 5 stars
wenomasoApril 23, 2025United States🇺🇸
INCREDIBLE!! The vinyl is almost flawlessly flat and pressed to perfection - not a single sound issue! Apart from the slightly fuzzy cover, this is as good as it can be. Over the moon with it. If they maintain THAT standard across the series.... AAA+++
Heavy Balance Beats Everland
5 out of 5 stars
qaffiwerApril 17, 2025United States🇺🇸
Completely destroys my Everland Jazz version! Guess I got lucky on RSD since I didn't have any trouble snagging one. 'Balance' might just be the heaviest track ever made.
Jazz Masterpiece Worth the Price
5 out of 5 stars
weiluzsadtApril 13, 2025United States🇺🇸
This year’s RSD's crown gem. If funds aren't an issue, it's absolutely worth the resale prices. An incredibly creative jazz album, one of the finest ever made.
Huge Record Nail
5 out of 5 stars
heyduk5reoihdutApril 13, 2025United States🇺🇸
These records sound HUGE. They totally nailed it with this one!