• A1 Ostinato (Suite For Angela) 13:05
  • A2 You'll Know When You Get There 10:01
  • B Wandering Spirit Song 21:23

In the early 70’s, the Herbie Hancock Sextet underwent a major transformation. Over the course of a year, every member was replaced (except Herbie Hancock himself and bassist Buster Williams) and each adopted Swahili names. Williams even led the group in occasional sessions of Buddhist chanting. Hancock chose the moniker Mwandishi (meaning "composer"), and the Sextet became unofficially known as the Mwandishi Band.

The lineup’s first album – simply titled Mwandishi – reflects Hancock’s new aesthetic and spiritual directions. It remains a bold and expansive statement, even after nearly 50 years.

Jazz Reissue