Gil Scott-Heron - The Revolution Will Not Be Televised 1974 Vinyl Record LP VG
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Description
Up for sale is an original 1974 first pressing vinyl LP titled The Revolution Will Not Be Televised by Gil Scott-Heron, released on the Flying Dutchman Records label. This landmark album blends spoken word, soul, funk, and jazz, and is widely regarded as one of the most influential recordings of the 1970s.
Album Information:
Artist: Gil Scott-Heron
Title: The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Label: Flying Dutchman Records
Year: 1974
Format: 12” Vinyl LP
Speed: 33 RPM
Mix: Stereo
Vinyl Color: Black
Language: English
Genre: Soul, Funk, Spoken Word
Era: 1970s
Country: US
Packaging:
Original cover included
Original inner sleeve included
Cardboard sleeve
About the Album:
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised is considered a cornerstone album of political and social commentary in modern music. Gil Scott-Heron’s powerful spoken-word delivery, combined with jazz-funk instrumentation, addressed themes of media, race, politics, and identity. The title track became a cultural statement and has been widely cited as a foundational influence on hip-hop and conscious music.
Although the spoken-word poem first appeared earlier, this 1974 LP helped cement the album’s legacy and introduced the material to a broader audience during a pivotal moment in American history.
Why This LP Is Collectible:
• Original 1974 first pressing
• Iconic Flying Dutchman Records release
• Influential spoken word, soul, and funk album
• Foundational work influencing hip-hop and protest music
• Includes original inner sleeve and cover
• Essential for collectors of 1970s soul and conscious music
A historic and culturally significant vinyl LP and a must-have for serious collectors of soul, funk, spoken word, and politically driven music.
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