Anthology

Curtis Mayfield, Impressions | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (December 8, 1992)
• Original Release Date: December 8, 1992
• Number of Discs: 2
• Label: Mca
• ASIN: B000002OLX
• Also Available in: Audio Cassette  |  MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,431 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)
  • #3 in Music > R&B > Soul > Northern
  • #72 in Music > R&B > Funk > General

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com

The last few years has seen an increased appreciation and examination of the legacy of Curtis Mayfield. This 1992 collection highlights Mayfield's years with the Impressions, (both on ABC and Mayfield's own Curtom label), the vocal group that also included Jerry Butler. Among the timeless hits included are "Gypsy Woman," "It's All Right," and "We're a Winner" In addition, there are selections from Mayfield's solo career, most notably several cuts from Superfly. While this 2 CD set is not as exhaustive as the 3 CD Rhino collection of 1997, it is worth owning , as is anything associated with Mayfield . --Amy Linden

Product Description

2 CD SET

Customer Reviews

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars EXCELLENT OVERVIEW, July 22, 2002

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ALAIN ROBERT (ST-HUBERT,QUÉBEC) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Anthology (Audio CD)

Like all his soul mates of the sixties,CURTIS MAYFIELD started with his IMPRESSIONS a gentle and delicate sound,well suited to his low voice.By the end of the sixties,CURTIS turned socially conscencious and his writing deepened enough to become more than simple entertainment.CURTIS reached his peak with CURTIS and the soundtrack for the movie SUPERFLY.Still, those early IMPRESSIONS songs like GYPSY WOMAN,MINSTREL AND QUEEN,IT'S ALL RIGHT and PEOPLE GET READY retain their particular charm.This good anthology covers both his music with THE IMPRESSIONS and his solo career.CURTIS's voice is not like any other of the time,his sweet tone is like velvet.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It Does Not Get Much Better, September 30, 2003

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simplypimp (NY, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Anthology (Audio CD)

Curtis Mayfield is one of the most impressive musical talents I have ever encountered. And while this set is not perfect it offers an adequate sampling of Mayfield's genius. Mayfield's genius goes far beyond his always inspired singing and beautiful musically orchestration. Thanks to Curtis, The Impressions are the soul of soul music and Mayfield's ability to expose himself and sing with such intense feeling and sincerity is heroic and inspiring. Just as evident as Mayfield's emotional heroism and extraordinary musical talent is his sensitivity and cutting intelligence. As for the songs themselves? They are the manifestation of these words. Curtis is as true as it gets.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Anthology 1961-1977, April 23, 2005

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Ray Lee Johnson - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Anthology (Audio CD)

This CD represents the best of Curtis Mayfield.He was undoubtedly a soul genius who could touch my inner soul with the vivacious joy in his singing,the jubilation,and the determination in his voice as he sings "Keep on Pushin",for example.The Impressions were my favorite soul group of the sixties.As a teenager I had an opportunity to meet and talk to them backstage at the Coliseum in Greensboro, North Carolina.I was starstruck of course, but I thought that they were the coolest guys in the world to take the time to speak with me.
While listening to the CD as I write this review,I think what a shame that many so kids of this generation will never have the opportunity to hear this great music.One of the things that mystifies me is why the so-called "old school" radio stations never play much beyond "Superfly" as a tribute to Mayfield when he wrote so much great music for the Impressions,Jerry Butler,The Staple Singers,Billy Stewart,Major Lance,Aretha Franklin, and many others. The music was romantic,touching,relevant, and simply beautiful with excellent lyrics;wonderfully executed harmonies; Johnny Pate's exemplary powerful and soulful arrangements;and of Curtis'inspired guitar licks.The Anthology CD is a testament to Mayfield's glory and certainly worth the time and money.