We're New Again: A Reimagining By Makaya McCraven (LP)
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven
Amoeba Review
07/21/2020
Chicago jazz musician and bandleader Makaya McCraven imbues the work of the legendary Gil Scott-Heron with a vibrant new dimension in the form of We’re New Again. McCraven’s compositions serve as a brilliant companion to the late great artist’s spoken word vocals from his 2007 I’m New Here album, his poignant, timeless words weaving in and out of the lush jazz melodies, atmospheric strings, and lilting piano. McCraven’s musical collaborators are something to be celebrated too, with contributions from harpist Brandee Younger, bassist Junius Paul, and Tortoise guitarist Jeff Parker. It’s a heady brew that pays fitting tribute to one of our most fascinating and enduring artists.
Track Listing
Side A Titles |
Artist |
Length |
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1.
Special Tribute (Broken Home Pt. 1)
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Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
2.
I'm New Here
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
3.
Running
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
4.
Blessed Parents
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
5.
New York Is Killing Me
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
6.
The Patch (Broken Home Pt. 2)
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
7.
People Of The Light
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
8.
Being Blessed
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
9.
Where Did The Night Go
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven |
Side B Titles |
Artist |
Length |
---|---|---|
1.
Lily Scott (Broken Home Pt. 3)
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
2.
I'll Take Care Of You
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
3.
I've Been Me
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
4.
This Can't Be Real
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
5.
Piano Player
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
6.
The Crutch
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
7.
Guided (Broken Home Pt. 4)
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Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
8.
Certain Bad Things
|
Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven | |
9.
Me And The Devil
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Gil Scott-Heron , Makaya McCraven |