Pieces of a Man
Album • Jan 01 / 1971 • 14 songs, 1h 55s
Soul
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Each Sunday, Pitchfork takes an in-depth look at a significant album from the past, and any record not in our archives is eligible. Today, we revisit Gil Scott-Heron’s 1971 album, a sorrowful and prescient appraisal of the Black experience.
Gil Scott-Heron's 1971 album Pieces of a Man set a standard for vocal artistry and political awareness that few musicians will ever match.
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Gil Scott-Heron - Pieces of a Man review: A great soul record with a timeless, peerless intro.