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The Tony Williams Lifetime - Emergency! 2LP 12" Vinyl Record - NEW

Emergency! is widely considered one of the birth records of jazz fusion—a groundbreaking double album that shattered the boundaries between jazz and rock with explosive, improvisational fury. Released in 1969, it was led by drumming prodigy Tony Williams, who, at just 24, was already a veteran of Miles Davis's legendary "Second Great Quintet". For this project, he assembled a power trio with guitarist John McLaughlin and organist Larry Young, creating a dense, adventurous soundscape that blended swing, rock, and free jazz. This album was a massive influence on Miles Davis's Bitches Brew and remains a seminal, often forgotten gem of the genre. This 2024 reissue from the Verve By Request series brings this historic fusion landmark to audiophile-grade vinyl.

🎵 Album Highlights

• Considered a foundational album in the birth of jazz fusion, predating and influencing Miles Davis's Bitches Brew.

• Part of the prestigious Verve By Request series, featuring AAA all-analog mastering sourced from the original tapes.

• Pressed on 180-gram heavyweight black vinyl at Third Man Pressing in Detroit, ensuring premium audio fidelity.

• Housed in a gatefold sleeve replicating the original double-album packaging.

• A double-LP set that allows the sprawling, epic performances to breathe, with tracks ranging from intense rock-influenced jams to more spacious, trippy soundscapes.

✔️ Key Features

• All-Analog Audiophile Pressing: Mastered from the original analog tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Third Man Pressing.

• Power Trio Lineup: Features the legendary trio of Tony Williams (drums), John McLaughlin (guitar), and Larry Young (organ).

• Historical Significance: One of the first and most influential fusion albums, cited as a major influence on Miles Davis's electric period.

• Genre-Bending Sound: A pioneering mix of swing, rock, and free jazz, employing rock rhythms and psychedelic textures.

• Double LP: The expansive double-album format presents the full, sprawling original release, allowing for long-form improvisations.

• Authentic Packaging: Housed in a gatefold jacket that replicates the original release's aesthetic.

❤️ Why You'll Love It

• Essential Fusion History: This is a cornerstone album for fans of jazz fusion and progressive rock. It's an exhilarating listen that captures a band fearlessly pushing music into new territory.

• Masterclass in Musicianship: Hear three jazz legends at their most raw and exploratory. Williams's drumming is ferocious, McLaughlin's guitar work is incendiary, and Young's organ adds a unique, spacey texture.

• Superb Vinyl Experience: The Verve By Request reissue ensures this classic sounds better than ever on vinyl, with a pressing that captures the huge sound of this iconic power trio.

🎶 Tracklist

Side A

• A1 – Emergency (9:35)

• A2 – Beyond Games (8:20)

Side B

• B1 – Where (12:09)

• B2 – Vashkar (4:58)

Side C

• C1 – Via The Spectrum Road (7:50)

• C2 – Spectrum (9:52)

Side D

• D1 – Sangria For Three (13:08)

• D2 – Something Spiritual (5:38)

📦 Product Info

• Format: Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo

• Number of Discs: 2

• Vinyl Color: Black

• Special Sleeves or Packaging: Gatefold jacket with original cover art

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