Artist: Curtis Mayfield
Genre: Soul
Curtis Mayfield was an American soul, funk, and R&B singer-songwriter and producer born in 1942, who became one of the most important and influential figures in soul music. Mayfield first achieved success as leader of The Impressions, scoring hits including 'People Get Ready' and 'Keep On Pushing.' As a solo artist, Mayfield created socially conscious soul and funk, addressing civil rights, poverty, and social issues. His soundtrack to the film 'Superfly' in 1972 became one of the most successful and influential soul albums ever, featuring classics like the title track and 'Freddie's Dead.' Mayfield's falsetto vocals, innovative guitar playing, and sophisticated arrangements influenced countless artists. A stage accident in 1990 left him paralyzed, but he continued recording until his death in 1999. Mayfield's legacy as a songwriter, performer, and social commentator makes him one of soul music's most important and respected figures.
Curtis Mayfield vinyl records
3 Curtis Mayfield new and used vinyl albums and singles UK sellers
CURTIS MAYFIELD No Goodbyes (1978 UK Curtom label 12 single mixed by Jim Burgess also featuring Party Party housed in the original die-cut Special Limited Edition sleeve. The sleeve has the odd small paper scuff & the vinyl is Excellent with barely any signs of play LV1) Track Listing: 1. No Goodbyes 2
£12.00 used
CURTIS MAYFIELD Back To The World (Original 1973 UK 7-track LP on Buddah including the marvellous Future Shock Right On For The Darkness & the wonderful title track both politically charged & super groovy in equal measure Mayfield was simply a master at this throughout the seventies. The gatefold picture sleeve is Very Good with some light signs of scuffing/shelfwear
£28.00 used
CURTIS MAYFIELD This Year (1979 UK advance vinyl 7 for the single with a few radio annotations on the injection label including a proposed 16-2- release date. Also features the Instrumental version die-cut company sleeve RSO28)
£9.00 used