VARIOUS ARTISTS The Long Road To Freedom: An Anthology Of Black Music (2001 US 6-disc 5CD/1DVD box set – A monumental anthology personally conceived and produced by Harry Belafonte over several decades. This deluxe set explores the rich and profound history of African American music from its roots in Africa through slavery, spirituals, gospel, work songs, and blues, up to the early 20th century. Housed in a stunning cloth-bound hardback book with over 140 pages of essays, photographs, and recording details, all encased in a heavyweight outer box. The 5 CDs include over 80 rare and traditional tracks performed by a range of artists, with a bonus double sided (NTSC & PAL) DVD featuring archival footage and commentary. A culturally significant, long out-of-print collector's treasure, which apart from one mark on the back, remains in a near mint condition)
