Gil Scott-Heron "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" BDL1-0613 NM/VG+ 1974 Original

NM/VG+ 1974 Original pressing on Flying Dutchman

Gil Scott-Heron's "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised," released in 1971, is an iconic work that combines jazz, funk, and spoken word to deliver a powerful political message. The title track, originally a spoken word piece from his debut album "Small Talk at 125th and Lenox," critiques the superficiality of mass media and the commercialization of social movements. Scott-Heron's incisive lyrics and rhythmic delivery challenge listeners to seek genuine change beyond the spectacle presented on television. The compilation album of the same name, released in 1974, includes tracks that further explore themes of social justice, racial inequality, and empowerment. "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised" remains a seminal anthem of resistance and a testament to Scott-Heron's influence as a pioneering voice in politically conscious music.