Upendo Ni Pamoja
Ramsey Lewis · 1972
54 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · jazz-funk
A fusion of jazz, funk, and pop that weaves together intricate melodies with a soulful touch.
Upendo Ni Pamoja is an album by Ramsey Lewis, released in 1972. A fusion of jazz, funk, and pop that weaves together intricate melodies with a soulful touch. 'Upendo Ni Pamoja' reached significant chart positions, including a spot on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Its blend of jazz with pop and funk elements resonated well during the early '70s, influencing subsequent artists in the jazz-fusion movement. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Upendo Ni Pamoja sound like?
A fusion of jazz, funk, and pop that weaves together intricate melodies with a soulful touch. Rooted in jazz fusion and jazz-funk.
What makes Upendo Ni Pamoja by Ramsey Lewis notable?
'Upendo Ni Pamoja' reached significant chart positions, including a spot on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart. Its blend of jazz with pop and funk elements resonated well during the early '70s, influencing subsequent artists in the jazz-fusion movement. When 'Upendo Ni Pamoja' was released in 1972, Ramsey Lewis was already an established artist known for his innovative approach to jazz. This album followed his successful 'Sun Goddess' and marked a period where he began to incorporate more diverse genres into his work, showcasing his versatility and appeal beyond traditional jazz.
How many songs are on Upendo Ni Pamoja?
Upendo Ni Pamoja has 9 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Slipping Into Darkness Standout 6:16
- 2 People Make the World Go Round Standout 4:51
- 3 Please Send Me Someone to Love 4:34
- 4 Got to Be There 3:03
- 5 Concierto de Aranjuez 8:55
- 6 Upendo Ni Pamoja (Love Is Together) Standout 7:23
- 7 Trilogy: Morning, The Nite Before, Eternal Peace 8:46
- 8 Put Your Hand in the Hand 3:53
- 9 Collage 6:32
Release Date
January 1, 1972
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 13 sec
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