• 1. Driva' Man
      • 2. Freedom Day
      • 3. Triptych: Prayer, Protest, Peace
      • 4. All Africa
      • 5. Tears For Johannesburg

      This legendary 1960 recording contains a suite for the jazz drummer Max Roach and lyricist Oscar Brown, referencing the sit-in movement of the Civil Rights protests. This landmark jazz album has continued resonance to the present day in its themes and music.

      Other Releases by Max Roach

      Max RoachDeeds Not Words WaxTime
      Radical activist/drummer Roach from 1959 with Booker Little, George Coleman, Ray Draper and Art Davis.
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      Max RoachPercussion Bitter SweetVerve
      Percussion Bittersweet from 1961 captures Max Roach at his most radical, both politically and emotionally, as well as sonically. The album was recorded...
      • – Garvey's Ghost
      • – Mama
      • – Tender Warriors
      • – Praise For A Martyr
      • – Mendacity
      • – Man From South Africa

      Other Releases on Candid Records

      Bernardo el tranquiloYou Haffi DreadCandid records
      Strong new roots rhythm from Spanish producer Roberto Sanchez with vocalist's Bernardo El Tranquilo & Empress Hoosk on a version each plus two dubs. Check...
      • Bernardo el tranquilo – You haffi dread
      • Roberto Sanchez – You haffi dub
      • Empress Hoosk – Life
      • Tranquilo / R. Sánchez – Version