At the time of its release, Hancock remarked that he felt closer to his "real self" through this music than on any previous recording. Musical Direction and Personnel
The album has seen several high-quality reissues that cater to both digital and analog collectors:
Building on the orchestral textures of his 1968 album Speak Like a Child , Hancock expanded his palette into a nonet (nine-piece band). The ensemble features an unusual combination of woodwinds and brass, including bass clarinet and alto flute, which provided a rich, dark tonal color. : Piano, Electric Piano Johnny Coles : Flugelhorn Joe Henderson : Tenor Saxophone, Alto Flute Garnett Brown : Trombone Buster Williams : Bass Albert "Tootie" Heath : Drums Herbie Hancock - The Prisoner (1969, 1995, Blue...
: A multi-sectioned piece inspired by Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring .
: A hopeful conclusion to the original LP. Notable Reissues At the time of its release, Hancock remarked
: A tribute to Dr. King’s most famous speech, featuring a modal structure and airy melodies.
The album consists of five primary tracks, with several reissues including alternate takes: : Piano, Electric Piano Johnny Coles : Flugelhorn
: Hubert Laws (flute), Jerome Richardson (bass clarinet/flute), Tony Studd and Jack Jeffers (bass trombone), Romeo Penque (bass clarinet). Track Listing