Tears of joy and gratitude running down my soul. Saw Gil in Seattle at “The Bank “ night club in the early 70’s, he and Brian Jackson and the Midnight Band played 2 sets a night for 7 nights. I was blessed to be there for 14 sets. My life from that moment on was transformed. I had recently returned from a tour of duty in Vietnam, looking for some “Light” to balance out the darkness I carried in my “Bones”. I am eternally thankful for being touched by the Spirits of the “Brother Man”pointing me to the path of healing and compassion for myself and all living beings. Peace to you Gil, Love you, Bobbi Orlando
No he wasn't anyone who was anyone in the music industry knew how good he was , I'm pleased he never went mainstream his shows were always sold out albums sold in millions so your comments do not make sense he's revered in England
In UK he was highly prised. Just because he didn't go mainstream (maybe bar 'The Bottle') doesn't mean he was underrated. Black artists are often overlooked. Lets hope that changes.
Gil and Nikki Giovanni gave me my blackness. He gave me my identity for truth. I must have played his album so much that my mother began singing the songs herself. Truly genius personified.
As a kid growing up in the third world on the streets, listening to Gil made me feel whole, that I wasn’t alone, that suffering is universal and the will to remove your shackles is also universal. He is one of the few people who genuinely changed my life and gave me a sense of joy, and I’ll be forever grateful for that.
I saw Gil open up for Stevie Wonder. Everyone was there to see Stevie...but Gil was very powerful. It was the, "Songs in the Key of Life" tour..1976...Madison Square Garden.
Seen the same concert , but here in Pittsburgh . Pa . ( you know home to the Pittsburgh Steelers) lol - Awesome show ! Stevie is always simply awesome . Gil was a new artist to me , but didn’t want him to leave the stage . Great show !
Thank you Brother Gil for your realness and genius. Your vision and gift to share your/our struggles live on. My own son's gifts and genuine spirit reminds me so much of you. Rest In Paradise!
"Home is where the needle marks, try to heal my broken heart" Poor Gil never did manage to kick his demons. He wrote about them with the poignancy and sensitivity that only someone inside that situation can really understand. And so much more of course. What an extraordinary gift he left to us all.
Mainly still haven't kicked the demons of the military, daily living in this jacked up USA and Yet those of Us left continue to hold Memories of them that will Forever live in Our Heart's... ✌
Pray for Becky white woman, gave birth to two black sons,and two boys killed a man and had to leave town,Pray for Becky white woman gave birth to two black sons,burried down by the train!GSH
A great man, writer, poet and musician who was way ahead of his time. Why is it that the great people seem to always be taken away from the world way ahead of their time?
I stumbled across this documentary by Gil by accident his music has played a imported part in my life . The track the bottle resonates with me as my brothers dependency with alcohol ironically his father was the first ever black signing to ever play for Glasgow Celtic in 1951 . Further more gil heron senior presented my father with a football trophy as a young man . Guys give it a play enjoy the man was a true talent.
Loved him so much since discovering him in the 80s and was lucky to see him twice. The first time I fought my way to the front of the stage and got to shake his hand; he took my hand in both of his and gave me that smile - I will treasure this forever. Thanks for this film, has brought tears to my eyes. An insightful genius who left us far too soon and would have plenty to say about the state of our world today
The first time I heard Gil Scott Herrons, music was from a juke box in a candy store in my old neighborhood.The song was the bottle and I must of been around 12 or 13 years.I am 57 years old and still listen to this mans music.May he rest in peace.
Your words were the music in my life. They warned me about the pitfalls that were invisible to the young in the '70s. That protection remains with me today. Thank you. I miss your voice, your wisdom, your pain... I miss you.
Had the privilege, pleasure and honour of co-hosting Gil Scott-Heron (and Michael Heron) at the Spectrum in Montreal in 1997. This was the highlight of my life.
The flesh is just a brief moment under the sun but the soul is forever! I stumbled across Mr. Gil Scott Heron on Spotify a few days ago and I instantly recognized that spirit that we get to witness in certain individuals every once in a while! In my generation it was Tupac Amaru Shakur. When I came across Mr. Gil Scott Heron music I was in complete aw !!! The truth of his words and how ppwerful they still resonate today is just incredible!!
I hope you listened to Winter in America. If not, please give it a listen. Every time I listen I cry. The lyrics are so true. Oh yeah, I loves me some Tupac, too. And his lyrics are just as haunting as the Master Mr. Gil Scott-Heron. Much love & Shalom.
I loved Gil. I discovered his music while working at a record store in the mid 80's. We had his best of LP and after I heard it the first time I was hooked. One of my favorites was "Whitey on the Moon". Funny, telling, deep, sharp, he was the man. I still love his music to this day. So glad I found this documentary.
@@dahmeneekah definitely nicely put. I had my father but a bunch of my brothers didnt have theirs and I remember him schooling us to keep us str8. It just hit a nerve that I didn't knew it existed, hell I didnt know what was happening at the time but I have grown. Stay bless fam. GG = Gods Grace
Genius, it’s amazing how life’s events can mold your thoughts and opinions. I’ve always felt as if this brother had a room with a view no matter the Subject! His music is relevant to this very day. Such a brilliant mind. This brother enlightened more people with awakening of what was, is and how things really are. Thank you GOD for this mans life. You never know who’s going to cause you to see life in clarity. May your intellectual, brilliant deep soul continue to Rest In Eternal Peace , Much Love my brother, Much Love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
What can you say about Gil Scott-Herron without making the mistake of not saying enough. True genius, giant, and great human being. Love him with all my heart. May he rest in God’s peace! “Winter in America,” wake em’ up, Gil.
@mark daniels , as longer as there is a societal and humanitarian need for someone like Gil-Scott Heron, new versions of him will develop, evolve and make their voices heard.
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Excellent documentary and a fitting tribute to Gil. I was front of house sound engineer on his last European tours and can vouch for the complete authenticity and sincerity of those in this video. I´d like to shout out to Glen, Tony , Malik and others who did not feature in this docu. Rest in Peace Gil.
Wow! Brings back memories of my precious few times spent with Gil, absorbing every word as it resonated with my soul. I was like, "this man gets it," as he reaffirmed my perspectives and broadened them further. Watching this, I now realize how much of an impact the blessing of exposure to him at 17, 18, 19 years old had on the foundation of my intellectual fortitude and spiritual convictions regarding social justice & deeper still the meaning/purpose of my life. I will always be grateful for this & the aspirations that Gil inspired in me.
Wow, what a lovely surprise to find this wonderful tribute to an amazing musician. Beautifully put together and you can really feel the love for the man for all of those involved. Moved me to tears more than once. His wit, music and poetry are greatly missed in these troubled times and this was a sweet reminder of a man and the beautiful heartfelt music that he made. Bless all of those involved in the making of this, much appreciated.
My auntie turned me on to him....when 12 or 13. It was the seventies and we spent summers in DC. He was wayyyy before his time. Probably shaped my thinking through adolescence and into early adulthood. Got to see in concert back in 2000 or 2001. That was probably the last for me
Bridges is fantastic. I wish somebody took the time to truly remaster it. Same with Secrets and 1980. I wish Rhino would buy the rights to all his stuff. They could give his catalog the love it deserves.
Every song I hear from him sture feelings in me. I might not get what's he trying to say, but I feel the feelings. He was so, so talented and real. Tho I never met him I do miss him. R.I.P. Mr. Scott-Heron, hope to meet you in the afterlife 💖😢🤟
Superb tribute from XL. I first heard Gil's music in the mid 80s. Saw him perform live a few times and met the great man in 1995. A genius and an inspiration to so many. RIP Ed Brady. RIP Tony Duncanson. RIP GIL.....
I think I would have been about 13 or 14 years old the first time I heard " The Bottle " and then a few weeks later the album " Winter In America ". I was a fan from that very moment on. Gil was an extraordinary artist ( I should have used a capital " A " for he really was an " Artist " in the true sense of the word ) Gil took the the angst of real life struggles and poetically ( and musically ) turned them into complete " Works Of Art " songs which demanded to be heard. He was a true great. A political educator and someone I regard as a real legend. The Art / Music World lost an irreplaceable soul when Gil passed. I still listen to him regularly and I am so thankful that he shared his rare, brutally honest, gift with us.
It was the year 1969 and I was a freshman at Lincoln University when I met him. The revolution will not be televised still my favorite piece along with the book The vulture
I always cry when someone talks about or mentions Gil Scott-Heron. I'm a big fan of his music but when I think about his talent, his music, the songs, the lyrics and composition, I cry. The total package is so beautiful, it appears too delicate to touch, so I cry. Besides, when I think about his life on Earth, I look at the measure of this Black Man's acoomplishments, his issues, problems, drug usage, etc., I cry more. His music is glorious, refreshing, sunny, yet theyre haunted with truth. America should pay attention. If he were alive today he'd be writting and talking about the hypocrisy of racism, America's aid to Ukraine, and Palestinian - Israeli War. Lord, please help us.
My favorite Gil tune and a quote that I use often to describe the current conditions in America. He was a great thinker and performer that made music informative and entertaining.
Thank life for Gil and the beautiful legacy he's clearly left behind. His words/expressions helped me to better manage the hard times and cherish the seemingly insignificant moments we're taught to ignore.
Wow! Due to a month long coma, I'd forgotten about Gil Scott Herin. But today my soulful nephew sent me Gil's, dot dot dit dit dot dot dash message. After listening, I found this message here. For, what is meant to be, will be. Can't see being a poet, heading where I'm headed, and not being familiar with this man's work. As a result from spinal encephalitis in 2002, I now suffer from epilepsy and severe memory loss. Came out of a month long coma and couldn't remember a thing. Didn't even know my own one year old son, whom I'd given birth to. Today my memory's the same. Even so, this spoken word flows from my soul like the wind blows. Poetry is my closest friend now. How can I not be in touch with this man's work? I see my nephew had this same question in mind as he sent this to me today, and a thank him for reacquainting me with this Angel. Ultimately I thank God for touching my nephew in regards to me. God knew I needed Gil's word at this time. Thanking my nephew Thomas for being spiritually balanced, the late Gil for sharing his awesome word knowledge and again, most of all I thank God for mercy and ordering my steps in this. Moving Forward Brothers and Sisters!☮💕🙏🏿
Am so very pleased as well as honored to have been able to see Him - with the Love Of My Life I might add - perform just prior to his departure. Also wish to thank the parties responsible for the posting of this documentary here for all to see. Actually, for all to experience, as his life and its effect on others was just that, An Experience. Gratitude and Much Respect.
Wow. I keep going back to this video because I loved GSH when I heard him as a child. Then, later in this journey rediscovered him, posthumously. I'm so tortured that I could have actually hunted him down in my 20's or 30's or 40's or 50's. I'm 58 now and I'm in love with a dead man. Every Fall when I walk on leaves....in my head will pop, "footsteps sound like crunch". You are my soulmate, Gil. I'm with you.
A beautiful documentary about a beautiful human being. There's still new music I need to listen to because I haven't listened yet, which makes it new!! :)
Back in the mid 70's I caught Gil and Brian do a gig in a club outside UofA in Tucson. They opened for Freddie Hubbard. As I expected, they were magical and the crowd loved it, bringing them out for 2 encores. Freddie then played his set, and was at times upset at the relative lack of crowd reaction. It was a short set. Thanks so much for sharing the film!
Alundrachile. That often happen Gil being the first act a concert. The same thing happen when we went to see Tony Williams. Gill and Brian blew everybody away.
I was introduced to Gil in 1977, since then , I realized that he knew things that the average Brother didn't even think about. Gil put the Revolution into Music to live on and so it goes, the Revolution will not be Televised.
@@luislozanolozano9754 he was the real GOAT. There was never a more underrated musician who got big enough to be known. He should have been bigger than James brown, but thats the price you pay for seeking social justice. He changed my life
I met Gil in 1974 at Fort Valley State College in Georgia. I was on leave visiting my girlfriend at school.She was so happy to inform me that GIL SCOTT HERON was appearing on campus!!! I got to shake his hand.This a Great Soul that touched us.He was one my HEROES. seen???
Thank you for sharing this video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻!! Yes, indeed, Gil Scott-Heron was a GENIUS and equally as PRESCIENT as they come!! He spoke TRUTH as he saw it WITHOUT reservation and boy, did we learn a lot because of him!! There will NEVER be another brother like Gil. God broke the 'mold' when he ushered him into this world!! God bless your soul, brother Gil!!!💕💯
Absolutely Love GIL SCOTT-HERON - Teacher, Poet, Singer, Songwriter, Rapper, Musician & a GENIUS... BLESS.... BIG RESPECT TO GIL SCOTT-HERON...So Very Highly BLESSED to have seen him Live and met several times before he passed..... MISS YOU TOO MUCH BROTHER..... REST IN PARADISE AS YOU WALK & TALK WITH GOD..... One Love, Rajesh Semrete Selassie Aggarwal FRSA
What an amazing soul. I will remain eternally grateful that I discovered his music, books, and message, and eternally sad that I discovered him too late to see him perform. A brilliant light that continues to shine. Much love and respect for this man.
My ex- taught me a lot about music and introduced me to THIS KIND of music, more so this Man! Gil Scott-Heron. find him so loud and just saying what needs to be said ever so quietly. I absolutely love his voice, very different and one of a kind. Hes a very beautiful spirit.
Thank you for this. This might prove Record Labels haven't completely lost touch with why music is good. Some people are only capable of changing the lives of those they've touched, and most days we forget when they are gone. Now we can introduce Gil, remember Gil, and give credibility to the mark he left.
Spending time interviewing Gil in Sydney in the mid 90s was more like a father/son chat than a media interview...it was a life changing experience for me being introduced to the world of Spirits from Gil still lives on in my daily life today...Was also blessed to witness a few of his incredible live shows including in Harlem at The Schomburg Centre for Research in Black Culture. I once called him on the phone to see if he wanted to come back to Australia for some performances but he said in his distinct voice and tone that he was too busy so It didn't eventuate unfortunately! Rest in Love Gil
If it was not for Gil. I dont think I would have made it through college. His music, words and Sprit. Was the inspiration I needed to keep moving forward. R.I.P. Mr Heron and thank you because There Better days Ahead.
@@TheBLACKMQQN Some of us have been writing on and preserving the works of many of our musical giants like me. Where's your contribution in that regard?
What a BEAUTIFUL, sensitively made documentary. I'm so grateful to hear from the people who worked with Gil later in his life. When he split from Brian Jackson around 1980, he kind of dropped off of my radar after loving his and Brian's work from the '70s. It's so good to hear so much really positive memories about him later on, I have to check out some of his later music.
Wow a very in depth and detailed back story of Gil Scott Heron, first time learning about him and his whole back story, amazing character and amazing life story💯👏 rest in power #GilScottHeron😎✊💜💛💚💙❤
With Mr. H you can't give a testimony without a test. I'm trying to get through this piece w/o tearing up. Thank you for everything you have done for us. May you R.I.P.
A truly inspirational artist, he brought a reality to the world with such poetic genius. I feel very fortunate to have seen him live in London in the mid 70s. I first heard his music on the Old Grey Whistle Test where he performed Johannesburg (What's the word? Johannesburg). There are not many truly visionary artists that have left a significant musical and cultural heritage as a gift to the world, Gil Scott-Heron was one of those who did.
i listened to gil when i was 13. angel dust, three miles down and b movie for me were songs that held soul. what a great man he was i wish he were alive so i could see him.
My God I miss this man.....it’s all been said before I know... but by gosh he was so very very special. RIP my brother , we will be grateful for your legacy for always.
In the early 1970s as a 12 year old purchased a 45 single Whitey on the Moon not understanding the real meaning. Flash forward 40 years later on revisiting 1970s music artists I explored his catalog. The most compelling artist of that time. He saw the quality of life in this country go down in the 1970s and expressed his feelings through music. Never got his due recognition. Read Pieces of a Man, the bio.
Was introduced to the revolution won't be televised by a sample in today's genre, but it resonated sooooo much, I had to find the original and when I did. I realized why some would say music is now trash!! I will make sure to play it for generations to come
Thanks to Tony Dokoupil on "CBS This Morning" mentioning his name and music two seconds before going to a commercial break today, I found myself searching for the song "Whitey on the Moon" Mr. Dokoupil uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm which eventually landed me here to watch this extraordinary documentary. I am baffled how I could be living on this planet for almost 60 years and never being exposed to this loving, talented, and genius of a man and his music. And eager to discover more of his music and read his words of wisdom infused with his sense of humor.
So Gil Scott Heron , and The Midnight Band, late 70's at Memphis State University, one dynamic show. I felt I was on top of the world, I thank my roommate Michael Heard from Chicago Illinois, that introduced me to Gil Scott Heron. One hell of a show!!!
Tears of joy and gratitude running down my soul. Saw Gil in Seattle at “The Bank “ night club in the early 70’s, he and Brian Jackson and the Midnight Band played 2 sets a night for 7 nights. I was blessed to be there for 14 sets. My life from that moment on was transformed. I had recently returned from a tour of duty in Vietnam, looking for some “Light” to balance out the darkness I carried in my “Bones”. I am eternally thankful for being touched by the Spirits of the “Brother Man”pointing me to the path of healing and compassion for myself and all living beings. Peace to you Gil, Love you, Bobbi Orlando
Thanks
Brother you are blessed
Peace brother. Hope you are doing well.
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What I would give to go back in time and see him live. You are so fortunate.
Criminally underappreciated artist, gave us a voice when we were under the jackboot of apartheid
@Sheila Mchgee Jim Crow American apartheid
No he wasn't anyone who was anyone in the music industry knew how good he was , I'm pleased he never went mainstream his shows were always sold out albums sold in millions so your comments do not make sense he's revered in England
Kagiso Motlanthe , amen brother🇯🇲🙏🏾🇯🇲
In UK he was highly prised. Just because he didn't go mainstream (maybe bar 'The Bottle') doesn't mean he was underrated. Black artists are often overlooked. Lets hope that changes.
Girl Scott Heron "unknown blues ologist" ✌🏽
Gil and Nikki Giovanni gave me my blackness. He gave me my identity for truth. I must have played his album so much that my mother began singing the songs herself. Truly genius personified.
Truly the greatest artist contributions to American society. We need you Gil!!! I saw nicki on mlk day in Boone nc. She was magnificent as always
As a kid growing up in the third world on the streets, listening to Gil made me feel whole, that I wasn’t alone, that suffering is universal and the will to remove your shackles is also universal.
He is one of the few people who genuinely changed my life and gave me a sense of joy, and I’ll be forever grateful for that.
I saw Gil open up for Stevie Wonder. Everyone was there to see Stevie...but Gil was very powerful.
It was the, "Songs in the Key of Life" tour..1976...Madison Square Garden.
God what a line-up. You're so lucky!
Seen the same concert , but here in Pittsburgh . Pa . ( you know home to the Pittsburgh Steelers) lol - Awesome show ! Stevie is always simply awesome . Gil was a new artist to me , but didn’t want him to leave the stage . Great show !
Wow, gives me goosebumps.. lucky you, Phil
WHAT? WOW! Very jealous. "Songs in the Key of Life" is one of the best albums I've ever heard. And Gil as the opening act… Amazing…
i broke down in tears watching this thank you for making a wonderful tribute to a truly great human being
Tears. .. yes. ..
Thank you Brother Gil for your realness and genius. Your vision and gift to share your/our struggles live on. My own son's gifts and genuine spirit reminds me so much of you. Rest In Paradise!
"Home is where the needle marks, try to heal my broken heart" Poor Gil never did manage to kick his demons. He wrote about them with the poignancy and sensitivity that only someone inside that situation can really understand. And so much more of course. What an extraordinary gift he left to us all.
He did the blues from inside a black place
Mainly still haven't kicked the demons of the military, daily living in this jacked up USA and Yet those of Us left continue to hold Memories of them that will Forever live in Our Heart's... ✌
Pray for Becky white woman, gave birth to two black sons,and two boys killed a man and had to leave town,Pray for Becky white woman gave birth to two black sons,burried down by the train!GSH
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And it might not be such a bad idea if I never went home again!GSH
A great man, writer, poet and musician who was way ahead of his time. Why is it that the great people seem to always be taken away from the world way ahead of their time?
I stumbled across this documentary by Gil by accident his music has played a imported part in my life . The track the bottle resonates with me as my brothers dependency with alcohol ironically his father was the first ever black signing to ever play for Glasgow Celtic in 1951 . Further more gil heron senior presented my father with a football trophy as a young man . Guys give it a play enjoy the man was a true talent.
🗣The Black Arrow!⚽️
]light years ahead of his time a awesome enigma authenticated seldom duplicated self sacrificing journey I did it my way
Love the Scottish connection..this man had no peers
Loved him so much since discovering him in the 80s and was lucky to see him twice. The first time I fought my way to the front of the stage and got to shake his hand; he took my hand in both of his and gave me that smile - I will treasure this forever. Thanks for this film, has brought tears to my eyes. An insightful genius who left us far too soon and would have plenty to say about the state of our world today
The first time I heard Gil Scott Herrons, music was from a juke box in a candy store in my old neighborhood.The song was the bottle and I must of been around 12 or 13 years.I am 57 years old and still listen to this mans music.May he rest in peace.
Miss you Gil, the impact and the world you left will always miss you too, wish we had you back now more then ever.
I was blessed to see Gil play 3 times in Liverpool. Thanks for this wonderful tribute to the great man.
2 minutes in and the tears flow. A national treasure.
Yes, indeed.
INDEEDY!!!💯
Your words were the music in my life. They warned me about the pitfalls that were invisible to the young in the '70s. That protection remains with me today. Thank you. I miss your voice, your wisdom, your pain... I miss you.
Had the privilege, pleasure and honour of co-hosting Gil Scott-Heron (and Michael Heron) at the Spectrum in Montreal in 1997. This was the highlight of my life.
He became a crack-head.
Colin Morgan-Dennis how lucky are you?
J Nagarya and you are saying that to say what? We all have our demons, but we don’t all have his talent, gift, and foresight
J Nagarya and what are you?
i just discovered his music today and listen to his song 'we almost lost detroit'. he is incredible!! so talented and his voice is smooth like butter
If you can feel his music you can feel his soul there's love pain tears and joy
The flesh is just a brief moment under the sun but the soul is forever! I stumbled across Mr. Gil Scott Heron on Spotify a few days ago and I instantly recognized that spirit that we get to witness in certain individuals every once in a while! In my generation it was Tupac Amaru Shakur. When I came across Mr. Gil Scott Heron music I was in complete aw !!! The truth of his words and how ppwerful they still resonate today is just incredible!!
Well stated.
I hope you listened to Winter in America. If not, please give it a listen. Every time I listen I cry. The lyrics are so true.
Oh yeah, I loves me some Tupac, too. And his lyrics are just as haunting as the Master
Mr. Gil Scott-Heron.
Much love & Shalom.
I loved Gil. I discovered his music while working at a record store in the mid 80's. We had his best of LP and after I heard it the first time I was hooked. One of my favorites was "Whitey on the Moon". Funny, telling, deep, sharp, he was the man. I still love his music to this day. So glad I found this documentary.
Who was Gill Scott-Heron?
A genius is my answer.
A prophet.
The Answer to all questions.
Incredible human
Incredible human.
"Gils' father had moved on so we shared my father" never heard it put that way. That's soooooo cool
Yea, me too! I thought it nicely put.
@@dahmeneekah definitely nicely put. I had my father but a bunch of my brothers didnt have theirs and I remember him schooling us to keep us str8. It just hit a nerve that I didn't knew it existed, hell I didnt know what was happening at the time but I have grown. Stay bless fam. GG = Gods Grace
Genius, it’s amazing how life’s events can mold your thoughts and opinions. I’ve always felt as if this brother had a room with a view no matter the Subject! His music is relevant to this very day. Such a brilliant mind. This brother enlightened more people with awakening of what was, is and how things really are. Thank you GOD for this mans life. You never know who’s going to cause you to see life in clarity. May your intellectual, brilliant deep soul continue to Rest In Eternal Peace , Much Love my brother, Much Love ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
The Godfather of Rap (and he probably didn't even know it) - we owe so much to this man - RIP
What can you say about Gil Scott-Herron without making the mistake of not saying enough. True genius, giant, and great human being. Love him with all my heart. May he rest in God’s peace!
“Winter in America,” wake em’ up, Gil.
He was an enigma... deep and thought provoking... they’ll never be another... 🍃🌟🍃🌟
mark daniels I’ll be positive and say I can’t wait to him/her 😉
@mark daniels , as longer as there is a societal and humanitarian need for someone like Gil-Scott Heron, new versions of him will develop, evolve and make their voices heard.
Without a doubt one of my favourite musicians of ALL time, endless love and respect 💖 thank you Gil Scott-Heron x
I have never clicked on anything so fast i had been scouring everywhere for a video on Gil Scott Heron, and i finally found it, Thank You
It's hard to find his music in UK. I taped a old grey whistle test a few years ago summertime .
Excellent British TV documentary:
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His voice 'entered me' like no other artist and it is still with me.
Excellent documentary and a fitting tribute to Gil. I was front of house sound engineer on his last European tours and can vouch for the complete authenticity and sincerity of those in this video. I´d like to shout out to Glen, Tony , Malik and others who did not feature in this docu.
Rest in Peace Gil.
Wow! Brings back memories of my precious few times spent with Gil, absorbing every word as it resonated with my soul. I was like, "this man gets it," as he reaffirmed my perspectives and broadened them further. Watching this, I now realize how much of an impact the blessing of exposure to him at 17, 18, 19 years old had on the foundation of my intellectual fortitude and spiritual convictions regarding social justice & deeper still the meaning/purpose of my life. I will always be grateful for this & the aspirations that Gil inspired in me.
Wow, what a lovely surprise to find this wonderful tribute to an amazing musician. Beautifully put together and you can really feel the love for the man for all of those involved. Moved me to tears more than once. His wit, music and poetry are greatly missed in these troubled times and this was a sweet reminder of a man and the beautiful heartfelt music that he made. Bless all of those involved in the making of this, much appreciated.
I am glad to have met Gil in 1990... He was such a wonderful man.
My auntie turned me on to him....when 12 or 13. It was the seventies and we spent summers in DC. He was wayyyy before his time. Probably shaped my thinking through adolescence and into early adulthood. Got to see in concert back in 2000 or 2001. That was probably the last for me
Why can’t I stop crying? I thought I hated people but I’m crying.
Thanks so much for making this available to watch.
Pieces of a Man, Winter in America and Secrets - 3 of my all time favorites.
Mine too
Those things indeed stand out yet my personal favorites are Whitey's On The Moon, Peace Go With You Brother and We Almost Lost Detroit.
I also really like The Gun and Inner City Blues. What an iconic voice!
Pardon Me America is another one that resonated as Trump was pardoning crooked Republicans and military members who had committed war crimes.
Bridges is fantastic. I wish somebody took the time to truly remaster it. Same with Secrets and 1980. I wish Rhino would buy the rights to all his stuff. They could give his catalog the love it deserves.
Every song I hear from him sture feelings in me. I might not get what's he trying to say, but I feel the feelings. He was so, so talented and real. Tho I never met him I do miss him. R.I.P. Mr. Scott-Heron, hope to meet you in the afterlife 💖😢🤟
Superb tribute from XL. I first heard Gil's music in the mid 80s. Saw him perform live a few times and met the great man in 1995. A genius and an inspiration to so many. RIP Ed Brady. RIP Tony Duncanson. RIP GIL.....
I think I would have been about 13 or 14 years old the first time I heard " The Bottle " and then a few weeks later the album " Winter In America ". I was a fan from that very moment on. Gil was an extraordinary artist ( I should have used a capital " A " for he really was an " Artist " in the true sense of the word ) Gil took the the angst of real life struggles and poetically ( and musically ) turned them into complete " Works Of Art " songs which demanded to be heard. He was a true great. A political educator and someone I regard as a real legend. The Art / Music World lost an irreplaceable soul when Gil passed. I still listen to him regularly and I am so thankful that he shared his rare, brutally honest, gift with us.
For almost 20 years now, I Think I'll Call It Morning has been my everyday meditation music with my green tea....
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It’s truly a beautiful piece of music, it makes you feel great to be alive in that moment.👍🏾
Gil Scott Heron was truly one of a kind even at his worst, he was still an amazingly gifted and heartfelt person.
It was the year 1969 and I was a freshman at Lincoln University when I met him. The revolution will not be televised still my favorite piece along with the book The vulture
I always cry when someone talks about or mentions Gil Scott-Heron. I'm a big fan of his music but when I think about his talent, his music, the songs, the lyrics and composition, I cry. The total package is so beautiful, it appears too delicate to touch, so I cry. Besides, when I think about his life on Earth, I look at the measure of this Black Man's acoomplishments, his issues, problems, drug usage, etc., I cry more. His music is glorious, refreshing, sunny, yet theyre haunted with truth. America should pay attention. If he were alive today he'd be writting and talking about the hypocrisy of racism, America's aid to Ukraine, and Palestinian - Israeli War. Lord, please help us.
A simply EXCELLENT tribute to the artist who touched my mind and soul more than any other.
My favorite Gil tune and a quote that I use often to describe the current conditions in America. He was a great thinker and performer that made music informative and entertaining.
Gil Scott-Heron was a giant.
One of the giants of giants.
Thank life for Gil and the beautiful legacy he's clearly left behind. His words/expressions helped me to better manage the hard times and cherish the seemingly insignificant moments we're taught to ignore.
One of the most profound artistic, innovative, & Spiritually Conscious Musicians That Has Ever Walked This Planet, R.I.P GIL SCOTT- HERON!!!!!!!
Thank you so much for creating and posting this. RIP Mr Gil Scott Heron, you are missed
Rest in greatness. His music inspired me and consoled me so much during my teenage years.
Wow! Due to a month long coma, I'd forgotten about Gil Scott Herin. But today my soulful nephew sent me Gil's, dot dot dit dit dot dot dash message. After listening, I found this message here. For, what is meant to be, will be. Can't see being a poet, heading where I'm headed, and not being familiar with this man's work. As a result from spinal encephalitis in 2002, I now suffer from epilepsy and severe memory loss. Came out of a month long coma and couldn't remember a thing. Didn't even know my own one year old son, whom I'd given birth to. Today my memory's the same. Even so, this spoken word flows from my soul like the wind blows. Poetry is my closest friend now. How can I not be in touch with this man's work? I see my nephew had this same question in mind as he sent this to me today, and a thank him for reacquainting me with this Angel. Ultimately I thank God for touching my nephew in regards to me. God knew I needed Gil's word at this time. Thanking my nephew Thomas for being spiritually balanced, the late Gil for sharing his awesome word knowledge and again, most of all I thank God for mercy and ordering my steps in this. Moving Forward Brothers and Sisters!☮💕🙏🏿
Absolutely beautiful! Its Winter in America right now.
Yes. It certainly is.
FACTS
GILL SCOTT HERON,MUHAMMAD ALI, RICHARD PRYOR, JIMI HENDRIX.
MALCOLM X!!!!
@@curtisthomas2670 HOW COULD I FORGET MALCOLM ....
@@ramseszulu7682 Peace...Cuz he already there...X...best of the best simple!
@@sagemiyah1289 U R soooo rite!!!
@@ramseszulu7682 Peace my brother...sending my love...Zhane!
Found him out a couple months ago. Great music.
You should check out his 1980 album. Shut 'em Down is one of my favorites, even though I love whole album!
He is so much more than the music.
Gil is certainly one of my favorite artists. I am so glad that I got to see some of his live performances. I truly miss that Brother!
Am so very pleased as well as honored to have been able to see Him - with the Love Of My Life I might add - perform just prior to his departure. Also wish to thank the parties responsible for the posting of this documentary here for all to see. Actually, for all to experience, as his life and its effect on others was just that, An Experience. Gratitude and Much Respect.
Wow. I keep going back to this video because I loved GSH when I heard him as a child. Then, later in this journey rediscovered him, posthumously. I'm so tortured that I could have actually hunted him down in my 20's or 30's or 40's or 50's. I'm 58 now and I'm in love with a dead man. Every Fall when I walk on leaves....in my head will pop, "footsteps sound like crunch". You are my soulmate, Gil. I'm with you.
A beautiful documentary about a beautiful human being. There's still new music I need to listen to because I haven't listened yet, which makes it new!! :)
Back in the mid 70's I caught Gil and Brian do a gig in a club outside UofA in Tucson. They opened for Freddie Hubbard. As I expected, they were magical and the crowd loved it, bringing them out for 2 encores. Freddie then played his set, and was at times upset at the relative lack of crowd reaction. It was a short set. Thanks so much for sharing the film!
Alundrachile. That often happen Gil being the first act a concert. The same thing happen when we went to see Tony Williams. Gill and Brian blew everybody away.
Been a fan since the 70's, when I was a kid. Gil was a master....
I was introduced to Gil in 1977, since then , I realized that he knew things that the average Brother didn't even think about. Gil put the Revolution into Music to live on and so it goes, the Revolution will not be Televised.
He showed chuck d it could be done
He was the gurealla of his time,The Last Poets, Curtis,Black Panther 4 real 🙏
@@luislozanolozano9754 he was the real GOAT. There was never a more underrated musician who got big enough to be known. He should have been bigger than James brown, but thats the price you pay for seeking social justice. He changed my life
@@jerryhernandez9775 Everybody got a pistal everybody got a 45 and the philosophy seems to be if the other folks give up theirs I give up mine!GSH
@@luislozanolozano9754 this is a violent civilization, if civilization's where i am
I met Gil in 1974 at Fort Valley State College in Georgia. I was on leave visiting my girlfriend at school.She was so happy to inform me that GIL SCOTT HERON was appearing on campus!!! I got to shake his hand.This a Great Soul that touched us.He was one my HEROES. seen???
Seeing him live in New York just before his passing was life changing
As a young girl, I listening to Gils music on the radio. He came off to me as an important person.
Thank you for sharing this video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻!! Yes, indeed, Gil Scott-Heron was a GENIUS and equally as PRESCIENT as they come!! He spoke TRUTH as he saw it WITHOUT reservation and boy, did we learn a lot because of him!! There will NEVER be another brother like Gil. God broke the 'mold' when he ushered him into this world!! God bless your soul, brother Gil!!!💕💯
Absolutely Love GIL SCOTT-HERON - Teacher, Poet, Singer, Songwriter, Rapper, Musician & a GENIUS... BLESS.... BIG RESPECT TO GIL SCOTT-HERON...So Very Highly BLESSED to have seen him Live and met several times before he passed..... MISS YOU TOO MUCH BROTHER..... REST IN PARADISE AS YOU WALK & TALK WITH GOD..... One Love, Rajesh Semrete Selassie Aggarwal FRSA
He was amazing poet, and singer
He was a Genius a giant step that will never be seen again ...
I wish he was still on this earth. I had the pleasure of seeing him in concert two times and it was magical and inspiring.
What an amazing soul. I will remain eternally grateful that I discovered his music, books, and message, and eternally sad that I discovered him too late to see him perform. A brilliant light that continues to shine. Much love and respect for this man.
My ex- taught me a lot about music and introduced me to THIS KIND of music, more so this Man! Gil Scott-Heron. find him so loud and just saying what needs to be said ever so quietly. I absolutely love his voice, very different and one of a kind. Hes a very beautiful spirit.
Thank you for this. This might prove Record Labels haven't completely lost touch with why music is good.
Some people are only capable of changing the lives of those they've touched, and most days we forget when they are gone.
Now we can introduce Gil, remember Gil, and give credibility to the mark he left.
Spending time interviewing Gil in Sydney in the mid 90s was more like a father/son chat than a media interview...it was a life changing experience for me being introduced to the world of Spirits from Gil still lives on in my daily life today...Was also blessed to witness a few of his incredible live shows including in Harlem at The Schomburg Centre for Research in Black Culture. I once called him on the phone to see if he wanted to come back to Australia for some performances but he said in his distinct voice and tone that he was too busy so It didn't eventuate unfortunately! Rest in Love Gil
Did he only come to Australia that one time in the 1990s do you know? Which venues did he play at?
When I was a kid, I first saw Gil Scott-Heron on SNL when Richard Pryor was the host. I have been a huge fan of his work ever since.
I partied with Gil in Philly in the 70s. He was a great brother.
If it was not for Gil. I dont think I would have made it through college. His music, words and Sprit. Was the inspiration I needed to keep moving forward. R.I.P. Mr Heron and thank you because There Better days Ahead.
It took them long enough to give him his kudos which is how they do all of our Giants!!
But like Curtis Mayfield said we Keep On Pushing.
Perhaps the blame should be on us for always waiting for those thems or someone else to do what we should do ourselves. Everyone else does except us.
@@TheBLACKMQQN Some of us have been writing on and preserving the works of many of our musical giants like me. Where's your contribution in that regard?
He left us too soon! so much great music was not enough and his writing....Oh Man Never forgotten
What a BEAUTIFUL, sensitively made documentary. I'm so grateful to hear from the people who worked with Gil later in his life. When he split from Brian Jackson around 1980, he kind of dropped off of my radar after loving his and Brian's work from the '70s. It's so good to hear so much really positive memories about him later on, I have to check out some of his later music.
I had the chance to see him playing live at the BB King´s NYC, back in 2009. One of my main references in music. Thanks for sharing it!
Wow a very in depth and detailed back story of Gil Scott Heron, first time learning about him and his whole back story, amazing character and amazing life story💯👏 rest in power #GilScottHeron😎✊💜💛💚💙❤
With Mr. H you can't give a testimony without a test. I'm trying to get through this piece w/o tearing up. Thank you for everything you have done for us. May you R.I.P.
Genius he was and always will be gone but not forgotten.He lives in his music and writing.
A truly inspirational artist, he brought a reality to the world with such poetic genius. I feel very fortunate to have seen him live in London in the mid 70s. I first heard his music on the Old Grey Whistle Test where he performed Johannesburg (What's the word? Johannesburg).
There are not many truly visionary artists that have left a significant musical and cultural heritage as a gift to the world, Gil Scott-Heron was one of those who did.
i listened to gil when i was 13. angel dust, three miles down and b movie for me were songs that held soul. what a great man he was i wish he were alive so i could see him.
Gil was on constant repeat throughout my teen years. I miss him
My God I miss this man.....it’s all been said before I know... but by gosh he was so very very special.
RIP my brother , we will be grateful for your legacy for always.
so great this was produced gil was a genius
In the early 1970s as a 12 year old purchased a 45 single Whitey on the Moon not understanding the real meaning. Flash forward 40 years later on revisiting 1970s music artists I explored his catalog. The most compelling artist of that time. He saw the quality of life in this country go down in the 1970s and expressed his feelings through music. Never got his due recognition. Read Pieces of a Man, the bio.
Thank you for this!!!! Beautiful.
One word..Incredible ⚘
Was introduced to the revolution won't be televised by a sample in today's genre, but it resonated sooooo much, I had to find the original and when I did. I realized why some would say music is now trash!!
I will make sure to play it for generations to come
I was honor to see Gil in a awesome concert in BUFFALO AND WHAT MEMORIES DO I HAVE. RIP LOVE YOU.💞
Loved this man
One of the realest to ever do it.... Wishing Brian could of been involved in this.
Thanks to Tony Dokoupil on "CBS This Morning" mentioning his name and music two seconds before going to a commercial break today, I found myself searching for the song "Whitey on the Moon" Mr. Dokoupil uttered with unrestrained enthusiasm which eventually landed me here to watch this extraordinary documentary. I am baffled how I could be living on this planet for almost 60 years and never being exposed to this loving, talented, and genius of a man and his music. And eager to discover more of his music and read his words of wisdom infused with his sense of humor.
Good to know he touched so many people so personally. I can relate. One of the greatest artists of his generation and still underappreciated.
So Gil Scott Heron , and The Midnight Band, late 70's at Memphis State University, one dynamic show. I felt I was on top of the world, I thank my roommate Michael Heard from Chicago Illinois, that introduced me to Gil Scott Heron. One hell of a show!!!
Gill God Bless you and Respect if you only knew how you helped me
A surviver and still am 61 London
Thanks for this amazing piece of content. Discovered Gil a couple months ago - big find.