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Black Talk! is an album by organist Charles Earland which was recorded in 1969 and released on the Prestige label.

“This CD reissue of a Prestige date is one of the few successful examples of jazz musicians from the late ’60s taking a few rock and pop songs and turning them into creative jazz. Organist Charles Earland and his sextet, which includes trumpeter Virgil Jones, Houston Person, on tenor and guitarist Melvin Sparks, perform a variation of “Eleanor Rigby” titled “Black Talk,” two originals, a surprisingly effective rendition of “Aquarius,” and a classic rendition of “More Today Than Yesterday.” Fans of organ combos are advised to pick up this interesting set.” – Scott Yanow/AllMusic.

Track listing:
All compositions by Charles Earland except where noted.

“Black Talk” – 7:50
“The Mighty Burner” – 3:04
“Here Comes Charlie” – 8:15
“Aquarius” (James Rado, Gerome Ragni, Galt MacDermot) – 8:00
“More Today Than Yesterday” (Pat Upton) – 11:10

Personnel:
Charles Earland – organ
Virgil Jones – trumpet
Houston Person – tenor saxophone
Melvin Sparks – guitar
Idris Muhammad – drums
Buddy Caldwell – congas (on tracks 2 & 5)

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Released: 1970
Recorded: December 15, 1969
Studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Length: 38:26
Label: Prestige
PR 7758
Producer: Bob Porter