The Wiz – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack – Various – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

The Wiz – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack stands as a dazzling testament to the power of reinvention in popular culture. Released in 1978, this album brings together a remarkable roster including Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, and Lena Horne, weaving their immense talent into a tapestry of soaring vocals and electrifying arrangements. The soundtrack doesn’t merely retell The Wizard of Oz; it transforms it, infusing the classic story with a spirited blend of soul, R&B, and Broadway flair. Iconic tracks like “Ease on Down the Road” and “Brand New Day” pulse with hope and rhythm, while orchestral interludes lend a cinematic sweep. The album’s cultural resonance is profound—it offered a new lens through which Black artistry could shine on the grand stage of Hollywood musicals, inspiring generations of artists and listeners alike. Owning this soundtrack is more than collecting music; it’s preserving a milestone in musical history, where fantasy, funk, and fearless creativity collide. Perfect for both seasoned collectors and those rediscovering the joy of vinyl, The Wiz invites you to experience the magic and momentum of Oz like never before.

Track List:
– Main Title (Overture, Part One) – 2:34
– Overture (Part Two) –
A3 – The Feeling That We Have – 3:30
A4 – Can I Go On? – 1:56
A5 – Glinda’s Theme – 1:09
A6 – He’s The Wizard – 2:52
A7 – Soon As I Get Home / Home – 4:01
B1 – You Can’t Win – 3:14
B2 – Ease On Down The Road #1 – 3:50
B3 – What Would I Do If I Could Feel? – 2:18
B4 – Slide Some Oil To Me – 2:19
B5 – Ease On Down The Road #2 – 1:30
B6 – (I’m A) Mean Ole Lion – 2:23
B7 – Ease On Down The Road #3 – 1:24
B8 – Poppy Girls – 3:27
C1 – Be A Lion – 4:04
C2 – End Of The Yellow Brick Road – 1:01
C3 – Emerald City Sequence – 6:41
– So You Wanted To See The Wizard – 2:48
C5 – Is This What Feeling Gets? (Dorothy’s Theme) – 3:13
D1 – Don’t Nobody Bring Me No Bad News – 3:01
– A Brand New Day – 7:51
– Believe In Yourself (Dorothy) – 2:54
D4 – The Good Witch Glinda – 1:10
D5 – Believe In Yourself (Reprise) – 2:13
– Home – 3:27