DESCENDANTS OF MIKE AND PHOEBE - A Spirit Speaks DESCENDANTS OF MIKE AND PHOEBE
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A spiritual jazz masterpiece from the legendary Strata-East label, led by bassist Bill Lee—best known as the composer of the jazz standard "Coltrane" and the father of acclaimed filmmaker Spike Lee.
A Spirit Speaks is the one and only album by Descendants Of Mike and Phoebe, the family ensemble formed by bassist Bill Lee and his brothers. Released on the iconic Strata-East label, the album stands as one of the label's most treasured recordings and a defining work of 1970s spiritual jazz.
Bill Lee is widely recognized both as the composer of the modern jazz classic "Coltrane," famously interpreted by saxophonist Clifford Jordan, and as the father of celebrated filmmaker Spike Lee (Do the Right Thing, Crooklyn). On A Spirit Speaks, his lyrical compositional voice shines throughout a deeply spiritual and emotionally resonant collection.
The centerpiece, "Coltrane" is a breathtaking performance built around luminous piano melodies and a stately waltz rhythm, achieving a remarkable balance of elegance and emotional depth. "Chick Chick," believed to be a tribute to Chick Corea, brings an energetic, up-tempo contrast, while the album's closing sequence, culminating in "Too Little, Too Late" unfolds with extraordinary beauty and heartfelt expression.
Rich with soulful melodies, spiritual intensity, and exceptional musicianship, A Spirit Speaks embodies everything that has made Strata-East one of the most revered independent jazz labels of the 1970s. It remains an essential recording for collectors and anyone seeking the timeless beauty of spiritual jazz.
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