The Anthology 61-77 [2 CD]

Amazon.com The last few years has seen an increased appreciation and examination of the legacy of Curtis Mayfield. This 1992 collection highlights Mayfield's years with the Impressions, (both on ABC and Mayfield's own Curtom label), the vocal group that also included Jerry Butler. Among the timeless hits included are "Gypsy Woman," "It's All Right," and "We're a Winner" In addition, there are selections from Mayfield's solo career, most notably several cuts from Superfly. While this 2 CD set is not as exhaustive as the 3 CD Rhino collection of 1997, it is worth owning , as is anything associated with Mayfield . --Amy Linden Product Description 40 tracks key to the evolution of black soul music. This 2-CD set leads off with the sweet, gospel-inflected sounds of Gypsy Woman; It's All Right, and People Get Ready, and winds up with Curtis' funky solo hits Freddie's Dead and Superfly. In between are all this great vocal group's hits for ABC-Paramount and Curtom.