Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues - CD
Release date: September 25, 2026
Blending the raw, soulful sounds of the Mississippi Delta Blues, with the rich breath of the symphony orchestra.
A contemporary blues album performed by Ground Zero Blues Club Band and Chineke! Orchestra, narrated by Morgan Freeman, and conducted by Martin Gellner (Composer, Conductor and Music Director, most recently serving as arranger for Hans Zimmer Live) who created all the new arrangements for this project.
Recorded between the world-class recording studios: Royal Studios in Memphis, Tennessee, and Abbey Road, this album weaves together powerful cinematic storytelling with live blues and orchestral performances, collaborating with Grammy® award winning producers, and blues performers.
TRACKLIST
1. Dark Was the Night, Cold Was the Ground – feat. Morgan Freeman & Keith Johnson
2. Crossroads – feat. Super Chikan
3. Death Letter Blues – feat. Taj Mahal
4. Dust My Broom – feat. Lady Adrena
5. The Thrill Is Gone – feat. Alvin Youngblood Hart
6. Cadillac Assembly Line – feat. Keb’ Mo’
7. Somebody’s Knockin’ – feat. Anthony “Big A” Sherrod
8. Traveling Riverside Blues – feat. Shemekia Copeland
9. I’ll Take You There – feat. Tierinii Jackson & Stax Music Academy Choir
10. Love Me Or Leave Me – feat. Anthony “Big A” Sherrod
11. Someday – feat. Anthony “Big A” Sherrod
12. I Lied To You from Sinners – feat. Keith Johnson
