Album insights
In response to the significant events of last September, Charles Lloyd presents a diverse program on a double album featuring original material, spirituals, folk songs, hymns, standards, love songs, and protest songs. Titled "Lift Every Voice," this creation serves as Lloyd's heartfelt reaction to the tragedies that unfolded just before his scheduled performance at the Blue Note in New York on September 11th. Pianist Geri Allen, in her ECM debut, delivers a powerful performance alongside other band members, creating a poignant and hopeful musical journey.