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Also available in a 3-pack with THAT'S THE WAY OF THE WORLD and ALL IN ALL. The follow-up to the band's breakthrough album THAT'S THE WAY OF THE WORLD, 1976's SPIRIT builds on Earth, Wind & Fire's signature blend of funk, jazz, and smooth ... Full Descriptionsoul. An ambitious record, SPIRIT successfully captures what Earth, Wind & Fire were all about--the melding of a wide range of musical styles with a positive and self-aware philosophy.
Though the band had experienced difficulties when producer and arranger Charles Stepney died halfway through the sessions for SPIRIT, the progressive funk workout "Getaway" (one of the album's highlights) was a runaway R&B hit. High tenor vocalist Philip Bailey is featured on the romantic ballad "Imagination" and on the shimmering title track. "Saturday Nite" brings things back down to street level with its solid funk grooves, while "Biyo," an instrumental with a jazz-like structure, gives the group's musicians plenty of room to stretch out. The gospel-inspired "Burnin' Bush," which showcases the group's renowned vocal leads and harmonies, rounds out this fine release. (Note: The 2001 edition of SPIRIT features five bonus tracks.)
All tracks have been digitally remastered.
. 5 Bonus Tracks
Earth, Wind & Fire: Maurice White, Philip Bailey (vocals, percussion); Al McKay, Johnny Graham (guitar); Andrew Woolfolk (tenor saxophone); Larry Dunn (keybaords); Verdine White (bass); Fred White, Ralph Johnson (percussion).Q (8/01, p.149) - 3 stars out of 5 - "...1976's fine SPIRIT was more cohesive than previous albums, featuring brassy arrangements that would become EW&F's trademark..." Hide Description Spirit Music | Category | Rock/Pop Albums, Rock CDs, R&B, Pop, Soul/R&B | | Label | Legacy | | Orig Year | 1976 | | All Time Sales Rank |  6601  | | CD Universe Part number | 1665964 | | Catalog number | 65739 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Apr 10, 2001 | | Studio/Live | Studio | | Mono/Stereo | Stereo | | Producer | Maurice White; Charles Stepney | | Additional Info | Bonus Tracks; Remastered |
Earth, Wind, And Fire Spirit Songs Spirit Music Review Average Rating: (4.8 out of 5 stars)  "to boldy go where no band has gone before"
"earth wind & fire" is to music what tiger woods is to golf or micheal jordan to basketball. this excellence alway shows up in their recorded material as well as their live perfomances. "spirit" is a defining album in the band's musical career. it laid the foundation for the other albums that followed. all the songs on this cd are great. the music excellent and the lyrical content inspirational.this album combines elements of jazz, godspel,soul and funk. "great buy"
Submitted by orholder (bridgetown, barbados, west indies) 
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No An absolute masterpiece!!!
There is no doubt this is one of, EWF'S best albums! I've been a huge fan for 30 years now, so I know what I'm talking about. This album ranks up there with, that's the way of the world, all n all, I am, and gratitude! If you don't own this CD, I don't know what the heck you're waiting for!
Submitted by Lance (New Jersey)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No GREAT ALBUM
After Last Days and Time, this is the BEST album recorded by EWF! Trust me!
Submitted by Reginald (Ford City, Pa)
Was This Review Helpful? Yes No  A Classic!!!!!!!!!!!
One of the best ewf albums that i've heard. great arrangements, great horn selections, great vocals, the works!!!!!!!!!!
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Purchase Spirit CD To buy, Click on price to add to cart | Earth, Wind, And Fire Gratitude CD (1975)
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This is a multi-channel Super Audio CD playable only on Super Audio CD players.
Principally recorded at Wally Heiders, Los Angeles, California. Live bonus tracks recorded at Hollywood Sunset Sound, Hollywood, California on February 11, 1978. Includes liner notes by William C. Rhoden.
GRATITUDE, recorded during Earth, Wind & Fire's 1974-1975 American tour, is an impeccably recorded live album. Given the band's knack for improv jamming and altered songs, you can be sure you won't be hearing studio tracks with a crowd dubbed in.
From the supersonic rumblings of "Africano/Power" to the soul sing-along "Devotion" to the percussive party jam "Sun Goddess," all the signs of a classic live album are here. An almost nine-minute version of "Reasons" shows the soloing talents of the musicians. "New World Symphony" is an epic jazz number. Studio tracks recorded after the tour are also included, such as the perfect pop ditties "Sing a Song" and "Can't Hide Love." This re-release also contains a live bonus medley from a 1978 Natalie Cole TV special. With a running time of over 70 minutes, R&B lovers should give GRATITUDE for this release.
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Also available in a 3-pack with THAT'S THE WAY OF THE WORLD and SPIRIT.
Digitally remastered by Mark Wilder (Sony Music Studios, New York, New York).
Originally released in 1977, ALL IN ALL shows Earth, Wind & Fire breaking out of their previous funk/R&B mold and incorporating touches of world music to their sound. The result is a landmark album that sounds just as fresh more than 20 years later. A visit to Argentina and Brazil helped Maurice White and the gang inject some new influences into the recording of ALL IN ALL.
Opener "Serpentine Fire" is highlighted by Maurice's Latin percussion arrangement. "Fantasy," which features Philip Bailey's soaring vocals, is simply one of the great funk songs of the era. "Jupiter" features a tight, blasting horn section. "I'll Write a Song for You" is a smooth ballad with tender harmonies and strings. The album concludes with a live version of "Brazilian Rhyme," one of three bonus tracks included on this reissue. If you're only familiar with Earth, Wind & Fire's radio hits, pick up ALL IN ALL. The harmonies, grooves and top-notch production will make you a believer.
Includes liner notes by Ron Wynn.
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Digital remastering by Lee Herschberg.
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Additional personnel includes: Ken Yerke, Harris Goldman (violin); Rollice Dale (viola); Dennis Karmazyn Harry Schultz (cello); Fred Jackson Jr., Herman Riley, Jerome Richardson (saxophone); Tommy Johnson (tuba); Harvey Mason, Paulinho Da Costa (percussion); Beloyd Taylor (background vocals).
Recorded between 1973 & 1983. Includes liner notes by Leo Sacks, Virginia Prescott, and William C, Rhoden.
"These songs are as close as we came to perfection," says group founder and leader Maurice White in the liner notes to THE ESSENTIAL EARTH, WIND & FIRE. Given the quality of the music in this double-disc package, it's hard to argue. Remarkable for both its commercial success and its inventive hybrid of funk, soul, jazz, and African folk music (White's kalimba is featured as a solo instrument on "Evil," for example), Earth, Wind & Fire are deservedly regarded as one of the finest ensembles of the 1970s.
A thorough retrospective of the band's evolution and multiple stylistic directions (often achieved within one song), ESSENTIAL spans from the early, earthy funk of "Mighty Mighty" to the disco-flavored "Boogie Wonderland" (with the Emotions). In between are all of the group's smash hits--the infectious "Shining Star," the feel-good "Sing a Song," their jazzy interpretation of Lennon/McCartney's "Got to Get You Into My Life," and the early '80s dance-floor favorite ...
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