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The Long Play
08:00 am Tue 01 Sep 26
Duration: 30min
The Long Play explores the deep roots and genre-defying genius of soul legend Donny Hathaway. From his origins as a childhood gospel prodigy to his master arrangements and timeless vocal performances, we trace the foundational influences that shaped his sound. Featuring music from Mahalia Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Erroll Garner, and Curtis Mayfield—leading up to Hathaway’s own breathtaking classics.
Playlist:
Let There Be Drums by Sandy Nelson (int)
Move On Up a Little Higher by Mahalia Jackson (int)
Release: Single
Peace Be Still by Rev. James Cleveland & The Angelic Choir (loc)
Release: Peace Be Still
I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You) by Aretha Franklin (int)
Release: I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You
What'd I Say by Ray Charles (int)
Release: What'd I Say
Misty by Erroll Garner (int)
Release: Contrasts
Mercy, Mercy, Mercy by Cannonball Adderley Quintet (loc)
Release: Mercy, Mercy, Mercy! Live at 'The Club'
People Get Ready by The Impressions (int)
Release: People Get Ready
Someday We’ll All Be Free by Donny Hathaway (int)
Release: Extension of a Man
A Song for You by Donny Hathaway (int)
Release: Donny Hathaway
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