Lonnie Liston Smith and the Cosmic Echoes' albums for Bob Thiele’s Flying Dutchman label are true gems that jazz fans often overlook. Among Miles Davis’ fusion band alumni, keyboardist Smith and his team took Davis’ style to new heights. Over five albums in four years, they blended fusion with post - bop modal, spiritual jazz, funk, rock, pop, and even smooth jazz, quiet storm, and crossover styles. Smith infused his records with integrity, vision, and a unique spacey sensibility, boldly paving a way for modern jazz musicians like Kamasi Washington. Real Gone Music is thrilled to present Smith’s first two bandleader records in their original gatefold jacket art, offering soulful, spiritual, and life - enhancing music. For his 1973 debut as a bandleader, Smith gathered a top - notch band including Cecil McBee on bass, George Barron on sax, and others. This diverse group explored the spiritual jazz Smith encountered with Pharoah Sanders. We've recreated the original gatefold with Nat Hentoff’s liner notes. This is one of the great jazz albums of its era, now pressed on limited - edition clear yellow 'sunray' vinyl, only 600 copies available! Tracklist: Side A: 1. Astral Traveling 2. Let Us Go into the House of the Lord 3. Rejuvenation. Side B: 1. I Mani (Faith) 2. In Search of Truth 3. Aspirations.
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on a record player and gently drop the needle on the start of the track you want to listen to. As you enjoy the music, make sure to keep the record player in a stable place to avoid any skipping. When you're done listening, carefully lift the needle and return it to its rest. To maintain the quality of the vinyl, always handle it by the edges to prevent fingerprints and scratches. Store it in a cool, dry place, standing upright in its sleeve. Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures, as this can warp the vinyl and affect the sound quality. Also, clean the vinyl regularly with a soft, anti - static brush to keep it free from dust and debris.
