Killer soul tribute album - originally released in 1971 to raise money for the National United Committee to Free Angela Davis.
The first half of the album was recorded in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, beginning with the title track by Larry Saunders. On his songs, Saunders’ vocals float above and transcend the ethereal backing of the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section. Hs voice reminding us of Donny Hathaway or Curtis Mayfield. Essential listening in the realm of socially conscious soul music.
The second half of the album continues with solid mid-1960s rarities from Randolph’s Sound of Soul label - with original copies exchanging hands for huge amounts.