On February 14 and 19 in 1969, Pharoah Sanders went to RCA studios in New York City to record one of his greatest ever records, with one of his finest ever bands––vocalist Leon Thomas, pianist Lonnie Liston Smith, drummer Billy Hart, Julius Watkins on french horn, James Spaulding on flute, Richard Davis and Reggie Workman on bass, and Nathaniel Bettis on percussion. A landmark release, Karma features only two tracks, including the 32+ minute masterpiece “The Creator Has a Master Plan”, with lyrics by Thomas: "There was a time, when peace was on the earth, and joy and happiness did reign. Each man knew his worth. In my heart how I yearn for that spirit’s return and I cry, as time flies, oooomm, oooomm. There is a place where love forever shines, and rainbows are the shadows of a presence so divine, and the glow of his love lights the heavens above, and it’s free, come with me, can’t you see. The creator has a working plan—peace and happiness for every man. The creator has a master plan—peace and happiness for every man. The creator makes but one demand, happiness thru all the land.” Cover and liner photos by Charles Stewart.