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5 Things to Know About Shabaka Hutchings’ Album We Are Sent Here by History

  1. Shabaka Hutchings leads a South African ensemble on this album, not his usual groups like Sons of Kemet or The Comet Is Coming.
  2. Hutchings plays tenor saxophone and clarinet, stepping back from his more common soprano saxophone role.
  3. The vocalist is Siyabonga Mthembu, a key South African artist who adds spoken word and singing.
  4. Mthunzi Mvubu contributes alto saxophone, bringing a distinct South African jazz sound.
  5. The album focuses on collective improvisation and political themes, reflecting Hutchings’ shift toward deeper collaboration with South African musicians.

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