This Is Dollar Brand - Dollar Brand - LP - Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

‘This Is Dollar Brand’ captures the essence of Abdullah Ibrahim (then known as Dollar Brand), one of jazz’s most distinctive pianists and composers. Recorded in the 1960s, the album is a vital window into the South African jazz movement, blending township rhythms with the improvisational spirit of American jazz. Each track radiates a sense of purpose, drawing from both Ibrahim’s Cape Town heritage and his deep reverence for spiritual and folk traditions. What makes this album remarkable is how it pulses with resilience—whether in meditative melodies or energetic ensemble passages, there’s an emotional depth that speaks to the struggle and hope of apartheid-era South Africa. Ibrahim’s piano is at once percussive and lyrical, guiding the listener through shifting moods and landscapes. It’s an album that rewards close listening, revealing new textures and ideas with every spin. For collectors and jazz enthusiasts, ‘This Is Dollar Brand’ stands as an essential piece of musical history—a testament to how jazz can be both personal and political, rooted in place yet universally resonant. Bring this record home to experience the heartbeat of South African jazz at its most authentic. Track List: A1 - Little Niles - 5:58 A2 - Resolution - 3:43 A3 - Which Way? - 3:07 A4 - On The Banks Of Allen Waters - 5:37 B1 - Knight's Night - 5:38 B2 - Pye R Squared - 2:52 B3 - Mood Indigo - 2:30 B4 - Don't Get Around Much Anymore - 3:00 B5 - Take The "A" Train - 3:04