Long Story Short

Sekou Sundiata | Format: MP3 Download

Product Details

• Original Release Date: August 2, 2000
• Label: Righteous Babe Records, Inc.
• Copyright: 2000 Righteous Babe Records, Inc.
• Total Length: 1:00:24
• Genres:
• ASIN: B000S5819O
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sekou Sundiata does it again., April 30, 2000

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Steve Rowland (Philadelphia, PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Long Story Short (Audio CD)

Sekou Sundiata proves himself to be one of the most daunting artists able to combine poetry and music. His work continues in the tradition (set with extraordinary standards) by Langston Hughes with Charles Mingus, and later by Amiri Baraka with David Murray and Jayne Cortez and the Firespitters.

On Longstoryshort, Sundiata continues his deep previous explorations of American culture, racism, music and more-- and with great success combines them with music for life -- this CD has something for everyone -- great beats, memorable grooves and searing words. Poems about Harlem, about Nelson Mandela, about listening to Eric Dolphy with a past love. A blessing.

7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Blend, June 29, 2001

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Zach (Logan, UT) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Long Story Short (Audio CD)

I've read the negative reviews of Sundiata's albums, and I can understand how his art is not for everybody. Nevertheless, if you are looking for something more from today's fairly shallow popular musical scene, the work of Sekou Sundiata is an excellent place to turn. His poetry blends perfectly with the music and draws the listener into the tribal rythm of his voice and the pulsing funk/blues accompaniment. I recently saw Sundiata open at an Ani Difranco show and his live performance is equally strong. An artist in all respects, Sundiata brings his message to the masses in a form that both pleases and inspires. For those who don't readily associate with poetry, the accompaniment offers an alternative in understanding the pieces on this album. I would highly recommend the work, but would suggest that you listen to some other more (but not quite) mainstream artists before attempting this sonic journey into the heart of Black America.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Sundiata tells it like it is, July 16, 2001

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"rhonnie2" (Michigan) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Long Story Short (Audio CD)

Sekou Sundiata describes his work as "rhythm and news"; taking the beats of the street and using them as a backdrop for his poetry. Captivating and engaging songs tell the story of the African American people...

Sundiata's music echoes these sentiments. Whether a poem about slavery of the past or street life of the present, each one holds many striking truths. His style of layering spoken word over R&B and jazz with smooth vocals makes his work appealing accross many age groups and backgrounds. Fans of R&B, jazz, soul, folk rock, and poetry alike will embrace Sudiata's message; we can't live our lives today without remembering how we got here.