Filed under: on the mind, on the stage, on the turntable | Tags: Gil Scott-Heron, RIP, The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
RIP Gil Scott-Heron who passed away today at the age of 62…
the spoken-word ‘bluesician’ was well known for his inspiring blend of music, poetry and politics, which paved the way for many of the great rap and hip-hop artists of our day. He set the soundtrack to many demands for change in the 60′s and 70′s, protesting against the rise of mass media, the consumer society and nuclear energy and conflict. Moreover, his words inspired black activism in their call for equality throughout the world.
Last year, Scott-Heron released his first studio album in 16 years, titled I’m New Here. It was one of finest records of the year and was met with deserved global praise. It helped bring his overwhelming talent to the new generation and his voice was sampled frequently in Kanye West’s 2010 release, Dark Twisted Fantasy.
Gil Scott-Heron will be a massive loss to both music and poetry. Rest In Peace.
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