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01. "San Francisco Scene (The Beat Generation)"
02. "Medley: San Francisco Blues (Fragments)"
03. "Lucien Midnight: The Sounds Of The Universe In My Window"
04. "History Of Bop"
05. "The Subterraneans"
06. "Visions Of Neal (Neal & The Three Stooges)"
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| Description: | Readings By Jack Kerouac On The Beat Generation by Jack Kerouac, released 6 December 2024.
This version of Readings By Jack Kerouac On The Beat Generation comes as a 1xLP. - Vinyl LP pressing. In his third and final album, recorded ahead of the publication of his novel, Doctor Sax, Kerouac uses his voice as an instrument, weaving his words inside of patterns and percussive accents, the way a horn player solos over the changes of a well-known standard. The set is presented with an immense focus and energy to keep the listener engaged for a full 40 minutes. The Verve By Request Series features 180-gram vinyl, pressed at Third Man in Detroit.Comes with a plain white poly-lined inner sleeve. The shrink-wrap has a "Verve By Request" hype sticker on its front.
[Back cover and labels]
A Verve Records release; Originally released in 1960 on Verve Records © 2024 UMG Recordings, Inc.
[Back cover]
Readings from:
Desolation Angels (An unpublished novel, Copyrighted 1959)
San Francisco Blues (An unpublished book of poetry, Copyrighted 1959)
Mexico City Blues (Grove Press, Inc., 1959)
Old Angel Midnight (City Lights Pocket Bookshop, 1959)
The Beginnings of Bop (An article from 'Escapade' magazine, Copyrighted 1959)
The Subterraneans (Grove Press, Inc., 1958)
Neal and the Three Stooges (A short story from 'New Edition 2')
Distributed by Universal Music Enterprises, a Division of UMG Recordings, Inc.
[Hype sticker]
Manufactured at Third Man Pressing in Detroit MI
180g audiophile quality vinyl
Runouts are etched except "STERLING" is stamped."Readings On The Beat Generation (Verve By Request)" is a remarkable LP that captures the essence of the Beat movement through spoken word and jazz. Featuring Jack Kerouac, one of the most influential figures in American literature, this album transports listeners to an era defined by artistic rebellion and literary innovation. Kerouac's rhythmic readings are accompanied by evocative jazz backdrops, creating an immersive experience that bridges poetry and music. This release is part of Verve?s prestigious "By Request" series, known for reviving classic recordings with exceptional sound quality.
Jack Kerouac was a pioneering writer whose works like "On the Road" became synonymous with the spirit of postwar America. His spontaneous prose style influenced generations of writers and artists worldwide. Beyond his novels, Kerouac?s collaborations with musicians helped shape the intersection between literature and jazz during the 1950s and 60s.
Verve Records stands as one of history?s most iconic jazz labels, founded in 1956 by Norman Granz. Renowned for its legendary roster?including Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, Charlie Parker, and Stan Getz?Verve has consistently delivered groundbreaking albums across decades. Their commitment to excellence ensures each reissue maintains both historical integrity and superior audio fidelity. |
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| Vinyl: |
black,180g,Single Sleeve,IMS |
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| No. of tracks: |
6 |
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| Manufacturer No.: |
060246569512 |
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