| Release Date | 08/09/2023 |
| Format | 2LP White Vinyl |
| Label | Brownswood |
| Catalogue Number | BWOOD310IND |
Multi-instrumentalist and visionary artist Yussef Dayes releases his highly anticipated debut solo studio album Black Classical Music via Brownswood Recordings, Warner Music and Cashmere Thoughts Recordings.
Black Classical Music is a 19-track record taking listeners through a looking glass into the exalted artist’s past and present whilst exploring themes of home and family. The album draws influence from his musical heroes Miles Davis and Rahsaan Roland Kirk and Yussef’s extensive travel around the globe that has deepened his study of rhythm. Honourable features on Black Classical Music - Chronixx, Jamilah Barry, Tom Misch, Shabaka Hutchings, Miles James, Sheila Maurice Grey, Nathaniel Cross, Theon Cross and the Chineke! Orchestra, plus Venn.
Tracklist
1. Black Classical Music (feat Venna & Charlie Stacey)
2. Afro Cubanism
3. Raisins Under The Sun (feat Shabaka Hutchings)
4. Rust (feat Tom Misch)
5. Turquoise Galaxy
1. The Light (feat Bahia Dayes)
2. Pon Di Plaza (feat Chronixx)
3. Magnolia Symphony (feat Early Dayes)
4. Early Dayes
5. Chasing The Drum
1. Birds Of Paradise
2. Gelato
3. Marching Band (feat Masego)
4. Crystal Palace Park (feat Elijah Fox)
5. Presidential (feat Jahaan Sweet)
1. Jukebox
2. Woman's Touch (feat Jamilah Barry)
3. Tioga Pass (feat Rocco Palladino)
4. Cowrie Charms (feat Leon Thomas & Barbara Hicks)