Description
//Rhino/Atlantic//
£29.99 – 1xLP
The Wiz Broadway soundtrack, released in 1975, features the original cast of the Tony Award-winning musical.
This adaptation of The Wizard of Oz includes standout numbers like “Ease on Down the Road” and “Home,” showcasing a vibrant blend of R&B, funk, and pop. The album’s energetic and innovative sound helped redefine the musical genre, setting a new standard for African-American theatrical productions. Its success led to a groundbreaking film adaptation and remains a cornerstone of musical theatre history.
Tracklisting:
- Prologue
- The Feeling We Once Had
- Tornado
- He’s A Wizard
- Soon As I Get Home
- I Was Born On The Day Before Yesterday
- Ease On Down The Road
- Slide Some Oil To Me
- I’m A Mean Ole Lion
- Be A Lion
- So You Wanted To See The Wizard
- What Would I Do If I Could Feel
- Don’t Nobody Bring Me No Bad News
- Everybody Rejoice
- Y’All Got It!
- If You Believe
- Home Finale
