Jackie MeLean

THIS IS A PREORDER
Release Date: 11/21/2025
Format: LP
Label: Blue Note Records
Release type: 180 Gram Vinyl LP Pressing.

Inspired by Ornette Coleman, alto saxophonist Jackie McLean ventured into the realm of the avant-garde on his own terms, never abandoning his soulful sense swing and structure. With his 1963 album One Step Beyond he forged a distinctive inside-out sound with a unique quintet featuring Grachan Moncur III, Bobby Hutcherson, Eddie Kahn & Tony Williams. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is stereo, all-analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.

1. Luesnik
   
2. Goin' 'Way Blues
   
3. Drew's Blues
   
4. Cool Green
   
5. Blues Function
   
6. Torchin'