Hardknock Radio presents 175 Progress Drive by Mumia Abu-Jamal

The finest radio political journalism from the world’s most famous political prisoner. Vintage recordings from Mumia’s days as a free radio journalist include his classic interview with Bob Marley. Hear coverage of the conflicts between MOVE and the Philadelphia police to analysis of the 2000 US Presidential election. Readings of Mumia’s work intersperse statements from the likes of his son, Mazi Jamal, Assata Shakur, Martin Espada, Peter Coyote, Rubin Hurricane Carter, Michael Franti and Marc Bamuthi Joseph.

Finally, three musical tracks round off the project. Listen to the “Rocks The World” mix of the now legendary Mumia 911 Unbound Allstars (featuring Chuck D, Zach De La Rocha, Dead Prez and Pharaohe Monch). Full track list here.

This collection of audio essays creates a compelling portrait of Mumia over a 30 year period. From the Black Panthers to his then current residency at 175 Progress Drive – Philadelphia’s death row. Mumia’s reading of his essays were recorded by phone and in person on one of the most severely restricted death rows in the country. Also included are Mumia’s broadcasts made prior to his incarceration in 1979-1981.

ISBN: 9781902593456