''Time'' is a 2002 studio album by South African jazz trumpeter,

Hugh Masekela Hugh Ramapolo Masekela (4 April 1939 – 23 January 2018) was a South African trumpeter, flugelhornist, cornetist, singer and composer who was described as "the father of South African jazz". Masekela was known for his jazz compositions and for ...

. The album was recorded in

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, South Africa, and released via Sony and Columbia labels.

Reception

Chris Nickson of

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wrote: "From South African gospel to the slightly rougher feel of

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, and even the more contemporary

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(South Africa's disco-fied version of hip-hop) on 'Old People, Young Folks,' this album keeps its feet on the ground at home. About the only thing missing is that Masekela focuses more on his gritty, warm vocals, rather than his excellent trumpet playing. But he seems happy enough with that, and the sense of jubilation surrounding the disc glows peacefully."

Awards

''Time'' won Masekela the

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in best producer (together with other producers) and best male artist nominations.

Track listing

References

External links

* {{Authority control 2002 albums Hugh Masekela albums Columbia Records albums