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The album is comprised of a mere two tracks, but don't let that deter you from hearing what is easily a masterpiece. "Bitches Brew" may have signaled to the jazz world that there was no going back, but few could have expected Davis to push the envelope this far. "Tribute" is hardly a jazz album - this is primal acid rock with tinges of jazz, owing more than a bit to "Funhouse" by the Stooges, of whom Davis was a fan. But those who are game are in for a wild ride. The opening track "Right Off" literally takes off - veering from space rock, bluesy psychedelia, and barroom rock. Davis' presence on this track is minimal, but this allows John McLaughlin to improvise and in doing so the virtuoso guitarist emits some unrepentently raw, searing work that ranks as his best. Those who regard jazz-rock (or fusion) as a form of apostacy would do well to avoid this. So powerful is this song that the latter one almost suffers in comparison. "Yesternow" is slower, softer and more reflective, even when it evolves into spacey funk in the realm of Sly Stone and James Brown. Perhaps the most memorable moment is at the end when a narrartor proudly proclaims, "I'm Jack Johnson - heavyweight champion of the world! I'm black - they never let me forget it. I'm black alright, I never let THEM forget it!" It's Davis' own way of saying "Say it loud - I'm black and proud!" Regardless of one's ethnicity, "Tribute" makes for a rewarding listen and should not be missed.Read full review
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