McLean, Jackie

Vinyl Records and Rare LPs:

	'Bout Soul Used - LP - BST 84284 Beautiful 1968 Blue & White Liberty Label Stereo. Features Grachan Moncur, Woody Shaw, Lamont Johnson, Scott Holt, Rashied Ali And Barbara Simmons. Tracks Are: "Soul," "Conversion Point," "Big Ben's Voice," "Dear Nick, Dear John" And "Erdu." more
	'Bout Soul Used - LP - BST 84284 1975 White b label stereo. Cut corner. Features Grachan Moncur, Woody Shaw, Lamont Johnson, Scott Holt, Rashied Ali And Barbara Simmons. Tracks Are: "Soul," "Conversion Point," "Big Ben's Voice," "Dear Nick, Dear John" And "Erdu." "Bout Soul," the 1969 album by Jackie McLean, stands as a pivotal moment in the alto saxophonist's illustrious career. Emerging during a period marked by political and social upheaval, the record captures McLean's explorative spirit and commitment to pushing the boundaries of jazz. Unlike some of his earlier hard bop work, "Bout Soul" delves into the avant-garde, merging experimental techniques with deeply emotive expressions. The presence of pianist LaMont Johnson, bassist Scotty Holt, drummer Billy Higgins, and percussionist Jack DeJohnette creates a rich, textured soundscape. This ensemble facilitates McLean’s exploration of dissonance and modality, with each track serving as a testament to his quest for authenticity and depth. The album's highlight is perhaps the extended piece "Soul," where McLean's alto saxophone becomes a vessel for a raw and unfiltered emotive journey. His playing is both frenetic and contemplative, illustrating a master storyteller's ability to convey complex narratives without uttering a single word. The inclusion of vocal elements, a rarity in McLean's work, adds a layer of spiritual urgency and reflects the cultural and historical context of the late 1960s. Throughout "Bout Soul," McLean demonstrates an unwavering dedication to artistic growth and social commentary, making the album not just a product of its time, but a timeless exploration of the human condition through the lens of jazz. more
	4 5 And 6 New - LP - OJC 056 Sealed OJC Reissue Featuring Hank Mobley. more
	4, 5 & 6 Used - LP - VIJ 246 Japanese Pressing With Obi In Unplayed Condition, Some Light Stains On Rear Jacket. Features Hank Mobley. more
	4, 5 & 6 New - LP - LP 7048 Sealed 2012 Numbered, Limited Edition 200gm Mono Audiophile Reissue Housed In A Delux Tip-On Jacket. Cut From The Analogue Masters By Renowned Mastering Engineer Kevin Gray. What A Line-Up: Hank Mobley, Donald Byrd, Art Taylor Mal Waldron And Doug Watkins. more
	4, 5 And 6 New - LP - OJC 056 Sealed OJC Reissue. Features Hank Mobley, Doug Watkins, Donald Byrd And Others. more
	4, 5 And 6 New - LP - SMJ 6591 New, Unplayed Japanese Pressing With Obi. Features Mal Waldron, Doug Watkins, Art Taylor, Donald Byrd And Hank Mobley. “In 1956 Jackie McLean Was Only Beginning To Assert Himself As A True Individualist On The Alto Saxophone, Exploring The Lime-Flavored Microtones Of His Instrument That Purists Or The Misinformed Perceived As Being Off-Key Or Out Of Tune. 4, 5 And 6 Presents McLean's Quartet On Half The Date, And Tunes With An Expanded Quintet, And One Sextet Track -- Thus The Title. Mal Waldron, Himself An Unconventional Pianist Willing To Explore Different Sizings And Shadings Of Progressive Jazz, Is A Wonderful Complement For McLean's Notions, With Bassist Doug Watkins And Drummer Art Taylor The Impervious Team Everyone Wanted For His Rhythm Section At The Time. The Quartet Versions Of "Sentimental Journey," "Why Was I Born?," And "When I Fall In Love" Range From Totally Bluesy, To Hard Bop Ribald, To Pensive And Hopeful, Respectively. Donald Byrd Joins The Fray On His Easygoing Bopper "Contour," Where Complex Is Made Simple And Enjoyable, While Hank Mobley Puts His Tenor Sax To The Test On The Lone And Lengthy Sextet Track, A Rousing Version Of Charlie Parker's Risk-Laden "Confirmation." It's Waldron's Haunting Ballad "Abstraction," With Byrd And Mclean's Quick Replies, Faint And Dour, That Somewhat Illuminates The Darker Side. As A Stand-Alone Recording, 4, 5 And 6 Does Not Break Barriers, But Does Foreshadow The Future Of Mclean As An Innovative Musician In An All-Too-Purist Mainstream Jazz World.” Michael G. Nastos, AMG. more
	A Fickle Sonance New - LP - BST 84089 Sealed 1983 French Stereo Pressing With Obi. more
	A Fickle Sonance New - LP - BN 4089 / BST 84089 New, Unplayed Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. more
	A Fickle Sonance Used - LP - BST 84089 Near Mint Japanese Stereo Pressing With Insert, No Obi. more
	A Fickle Sonance Used Import - BN 4089 1990 Unplayed Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. A Quintessential Album That Showcases The Saxophonist's Unmistakable Sound And Fiery Improvisations. Released In 1962, This Recording Captures Mclean At The Height Of His Creative Powers, Delivering A Set Of Captivating Performances That Blend Tradition With Forward-Thinking Exploration. From The Swinging And Energetic Tracks To The Introspective Ballads, Mclean's Playing Consistently Mesmerizes With Its Intensity And Melodic Inventiveness. The Ensemble Assembled For This Recording Is A Perfect Complement To Mclean's Musical Vision. The Rhythm Section, Anchored By The Dynamic Interplay Of Butch Warren And Billy Higgins, Propels The Music With A Sense Of Groove And Vitality. Also Includes Sonny Clark & Tommy Turrentine. more
	A Fickle Sonance Used Import - K18P 9203 1983 Japanese Stereo Pressing Without Obi. "A Fickle Sonance" is a jazz album released by American saxophonist Jackie McLean in 1961. It was recorded in Rudy Van Gelder's studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, and released by Blue Note Records. McLean had a long and prolific career in jazz, beginning in the 1950s as a sideman with artists like Miles Davis and Charles Mingus. He became a bandleader in his own right, and released numerous albums throughout the 1960s and 1970s. "A Fickle Sonance" features McLean on alto saxophone, with a lineup of musicians that includes trumpeter Tommy Turrentine, pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Butch Warren, and drummer Billy Higgins. The album was well-received by critics and is considered a classic of the hard bop era. It has been reissued numerous times over the years and remains a popular and influential recording in the jazz canon. more
	A Fickle Sonance Used Import - K18P 9203 1983 Japanese Stereo Pressing Without Obi. Jackie McLean's "A Fickle Sonance" is a phenomenal jazz album that demonstrates the saxophonist's virtuosity and ingenuity. Recorded in 1961, the album features McLean alongside several talented musicians, including trumpeter Tommy Turrentine and pianist Sonny Clark. The album's opening track, "Five Will Get You Ten" sets the tone for the rest of the record with its frenetic energy and intricate melodies. McLean's saxophone playing is particularly impressive on tracks like "Sundu" and "Enitnerrut" where he showcases his ability to improvise and create complex melodic lines. The album also features several original compositions by McLean, including the hauntingly beautiful "A Fickle Sonance." Overall, "A Fickle Sonance" is a brilliant album that showcases the talents of one of jazz's unheralded saxophonists. It's a certain addition for any fan of the genre. more
	A Fickle Sonance Used - LP - 0850320 2020 180gm Remastered Reissue From The Original Analog Tapes. Still In Shrink With Custom Hype Sticker. Release As Part Of The "Blue Note 80 Vinyl Reissue Series" Which Honored The Label's 80th Birthday. This Series Is The 2nd Series Curated By Don Was And Cem Kurosman, Separate From The Tone Poet Series. more
	A Ghetto Lullaby Used - LP - IC 2013 1976 Original In Shrink wrap. A Burner Album Featuring Kenny Drew, NHOP And Alex Riel. Small Corner Bump. more
	A Long Drink Of The Blues New - LP - OJC 253 Sealed 1986 OJC Reissue Of New Jazz 8253. more
	A Long Drink Of The Blues Used - LP - OJC 253 1986 Reissue Of New Jazz 8253 Recorded By Rudy Van Gelder In 1957. Appears Unplayed. more
	Action Used - LP - BST 84218 Beautiful Blue & Black Liberty Label Stereo. McLean, Alto Sax; Charles Tolliver, Trumpet; Bobby Hutcherson, Vibes; Cecil McBee, Bass; Billy Higgins, Drums. 4½ Stars In All Music Guide For This 1964 Recording. more
	Action Used Import - GXK 8087 1979 Japan King Pressing With No Obi. The album was recorded on July 14, 1964 on Blue Note Records. The album features Jackie McLean on alto saxophone, as well as Charles Tolliver on trumpet, Bobby Hutcherson on vibes, Cecil McBee on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums. "Action" is known for its innovative use of avant-garde techniques, such as free jazz and collective improvisation. The album is also notable for featuring several original compositions by McLean, including the title track "Action." The album was well-received by critics and fans alike, and has been reissued several times over the years, and continues to be a popular and influential album in the jazz community. more
	Bluesnick Audiophile - LP - ST 84067 Open Copy Of This Limited Edition 45rpm 2LP 180gm HQ In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Bluesnik New - LP - BN 4067 Sealed Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi Featuring Freddie Hubbard, Kenny Drew, Doug Watkins And Pete La Roca. One Of McLean's Most Accessible Albums, The Variety Of Moods, Tempos And Styles Make This A Highly Recommended Date. more
	Bluesnik Used - LP - BST 84067 Beautiful 1984 French Pressing With Obi. Features Freddie Hubbard, Kenny Drew, Doug Watkins And Pete La Roca. more
	Bluesnik Used - LP - BST 84067 Blue Label Early 70's Stereo Reissue. Scotch Clear Tape On Mouth. more
	Bluesnik Audiophile - LP - MMBST 84067 Factory Sealed 2008 Limited Edition 45rpm 2LP 180gm HQ In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Bluesnik Audiophile - LP - MMBST 84067 Sealed, Out Of Print 2008 2LP Limited "Series" Edition #0359. 45rpm, 180gm Stereo. Housed In A Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Bluesnik Audiophile - LP - MMBST 84067 Sealed, Out Of Print 2008 Limited Edition 45rpm 2LP 180gm HQ Stereo Reissue Housed In A Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Bluesnik Used Import - GXK-8219 1981 Stereo Japan Pressing Without Obi. "Bluesnik" is a jazz album by saxophonist Jackie McLean, released in 1961 on the Blue Note label. The album features McLean on alto saxophone, Freddie Hubbard on trumpet, Kenny Drew on piano, Doug Watkins on bass, and Pete La Roca on drums. The album was recorded on February 3, 1961, at the Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs. "Bluesnik" is a less seen album of McLean's and features six tracks, including the title track, "Bluesnik," which has become a jazz standard. The album was well-received by critics and has remained popular among jazz fans ever since its release. more
	Bluesnik Used Import - BST 84067 1984 French Import Vinyl Pressing. With Obi Hype Strip. "Bluesnik, Jackie McLean's Seventh Session As A Leader For Blue Note Records, Was One Of Only Two Recordings Issued By McLean In 1961. With A Lineup Of Trumpeter Freddie Hubbard, Bassist Doug Watkins, Pianist Kenny Drew, And Drummer Pete La Roca, McLean Laid Down A Hard Blowing Session Of Six Tunes Based Completely On Blues Motifs. Many Critics -- As Well As Jazz Fans -- Hold To The Opinion That Bluesnik May Be McLean's Most Accessible Session For The Label. That Said, Not All Of These Tunes Are Blues Numbers Strictly Speaking. They Use Blues Forms, But Don't All Fall Into The Conventional 12-Bar Structure, And Therefore Even Move Hard Bop Paradigms A Bit. The Title Track Opening The Set Is A Prime Example Of This Given That It Quotes The Theme In 12-bar But Moves Through A Knotty Ten-Bar Sequence Before Roaring Into A Furious But Fluid Cut Time Structure That Allows For A Maximum "Stretching" Of The Changes By Drew. Drew's "Cool Green," Screws Around With The 12-bar In The Melody, But Given The Introductory Statements Made Before Each Line And In The Solo Breaks, It Too Pushes The Standard Blues Architecture. There Are The Great Moments In Blues Here That Helped To Establish McLean As A Giant, Such As "Drew's Blues," And The Lovely "Torchin'," That Closes The Set. Hubbard's Role Here Is Relatively Minor In That He Had Not Yet Established Himself As A Leader And He Was Still Growing Into His Choppy, Taut Method Of Soloing. The Swing Factor Of The Rhythm Section Is Undeniable, Especially The Interaction Between Drew And La Roca. In All, This Is A Monster Session Effortlessly Performed By A Soloist At An Early Peak With A Supporting Cast Of Blazing Sidemen." AMG - Steve Huey. more
	Capuchin Swing Audiophile - LP - AP-84038 Sealed 2008 Limited Edition #0392. 2LP, 45rpm 180gm HQ Stereo Set. more
	Capuchin Swing New - LP - BN 4038 Sealed Japanese Pressing With Obi. One Of His Most Underrated Sessions. more
	Capuchin Swing New - LP - BST 84038 Factory Sealed Stereo (Label Variation Unknown-Product Of Liberty Printed Under The Blue Note Logo On The Rear Jacket-Probably A Blue & White Or Black And Blue Liberty Label). more
	Capuchin Swing Audiophile - LP - AP 84038 Out Of Print 2008 Numbered, Limited Edition 45rpm 180gm HQ 2LP Stereo Set Housed In A Laminated Jacket. This Is Number 0737. more
	Complete Blue Note 1964-1966 Sessions Audiophile - LP - MQ6-150 Beautiful Limited Edition 180gm HQ 6LP Box Set With 12 Page Illustrated Booklet And Discography. This Is Set Number 1538. more
	Complete Blue Note 1964-1966 Sessions Audiophile - LP - MQ6-150 Mint 6LP 180gm HQ Box Set With Booklet. This Is Set Number 1279. more
	Consequence Used - LP - LT 994 LT Series Original Featuring Lee Morgan. Recorded In 1965. LP Looks Unplayed And Still In Shrinkwrap. more
	Consequence New - LP - LT 994 Factory Sealed LT Series Original Featuring Lee Morgan, Harold Mabern, Herbie Lewis & Billy Higgins. Clean Cut Out Hole. Recommended. more
	Contour Used - LP - HB 6134 1984 Italian 2LP Gatefold Reissue Of " Lights Out" And "4,5,6". more
	Contour New - LP - P 24076 Sealed 1977 All Analogue 2LP Gatefold. Cut Corner. more
	Contour Used - LP - P 24076 1977 All Analogue 2LP Gatefold. Cut Corner. Personnel as follows: Bass – Doug Watkins; Drums – Art Taylor; Piano – Elmo Hope (tracks: Side A, Side B), Mal Waldron (tracks: Side C, Side D); Saxophone – Hank Mobley (tracks: D1) & Trumpet – Donald Byrd (tracks: Side A, Side B, C3, D1). Produced by Bob Weinstock and engineered by Rudy Van Gelder. more
	Demon's Dance Used - LP - BST 84345 1970 Liberty Label (Released concurrently with the blue & white label, depending on pressing plant) "Van Gelder" Machine stamped in dead wax. Strong cover. His parting shot on the Blue Note label Featuring Woody Shaw, LeMont Johnson, Scott Holt And Jack De Johnette. "Demons Dance," the posthumous album by alto saxophonist Jackie McLean, is a testament to his enduring influence in the world of jazz. Recorded in 1967 but not released until 1970, this album captures McLean's adventurous spirit and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of the genre. Known for his distinctive, sharp tone and his ability to convey deep emotion through his playing, McLean leads a quintet featuring trumpeter Woody Shaw, pianist LaMont Johnson, bassist Scotty Holt, and drummer Jack DeJohnette. The ensemble navigates through a set of compositions that blend hard bop with the avant-garde, reflecting McLean's innovative approach during a period of significant transformation in jazz. From the onset, "Demons Dance" showcases McLean's knack for intricate, yet accessible melodies, and his fearless exploration of rhythm and harmony. Tracks like "Floogeh" and the title piece "Demons Dance" highlight the synergy between McLean and Shaw, whose interplay is both fiery and cohesive. LaMont Johnson's piano work adds a lyrical depth, while the rhythm section of Holt and DeJohnette provides a dynamic and flexible foundation that propels the music forward. The album stands as a powerful reminder of McLean's artistic vision, offering a snapshot of a musician unafraid to challenge conventions and explore new musical territories. more
	Demon's Dance Used - LP - BST 84345 1967 Blue & White Liberty Label Stereo Original. His Parting Shot On The Blue Note Label Featuring Woody Shaw, LaMont Johnson, Scott Holt And Jack DeJohnette "Van Gelder" Machine Stamped In Dead Wax. LP Appears Glossy, Unplayed. more
	Demon's Dance Used - LP - BST 84345 Beautiful 1970 Blue & Black Label (Released Concurrently With The Blue & White Label, Depending On Pressing Plant) "Van Gelder" Machine Stamped In Dead Wax. His Parting Shot On The Blue Note Label Featuring Woody Shaw, LeMont Johnson, Scott Holt And Jack De Johnette. more
	Destination Out! Audiophile - LP - B1 32087 Out Of Print 1995 180gm HQ Connoisseur Series Audiophile Pressing. Features Grachan Moncur III, Bobby Hutcherson, Larry Ridley And Roy Haynes. more
	Destination Out! Audiophile - LP - 32087 Sealed, Long Out Of Print, Limited Edition 1995 180gm HQ Connoisseur Series Audiophile Pressing. Features Grachan Moncur III, Bobby Hutcherson, Larry Ridley And Roy Haynes. more
	Destination Out! Used - LP - BST 84165 Beautiful Blue & White Liberty Label Stereo. Features Grachan Moncur III, Bobby Hutcherson, Larry Ridley And Roy Haynes. more
	Destination Out! Audiophile - LP - MMBST 84165 Factory Sealed, Out Of Print Limited "Series" Edition #0359. 2LP, 45rpm, 180gm Stereo Reissue Housed In A Super Deluxe Gatefold Cover. The Time Was Right. It Was 1963 And 31-Year-Old Alto Sax Player Jackie Mclean Was Recording An Album For The Ages. Mclean Had Been A Major Player For A Dozen Years By Then And Was A Hard-Bop Master But He Wanted More In His Music. One Of The Very Few Musicians Of His Generation To Embrace Free Jazz, Mclean Was Impressed By Ornette Coleman And John Coltrane But His Goal Was To Create His Own Brand Of Free Form Music, One Filled With Soul And Grooves Yet Exploring Sounds Never Heard Before. In Trombonist Grachan Moncur III, He Had Found A Musical Soul Mate, One Whose Adventurous Solos Matched Mclean's Own And Who Was Also A Superior Composer. With Bobby Hutcherson, Bassist Larry Ridley And Roy Haynes, Mclean And Moncur Romp Through Four Of Their Originals, Swinging Hard But Engaging In New Ideas And Ferocious Emotions, Connected To The Past But Looking Towards A Wild Future. Nothing Was Held Back And The Performances On Destination Out Still Sound Futuristic, Innovative And Thrilling. more
	Destination... Out! New - LP - 3876157 Sealed 2022 180gm Reissue, Part Of The Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series. Mastered By Kevin Gray At Cohearent Audio. "Like Eric Dolphy Before Him, Jackie Mclean Sought To Create A Kind Of Vanguard "Chamber Jazz" That Still Had The Blues Feel And -- Occasionally -- The Groove Of Hard Bop, Though With Rounded, Moodier Edges. Destination Out! Was The Album On Which He Found It. Still Working With Grachan Moncur Iii And Bobby Hutcherson -- His Direct Spiritual Connection To Dolphy -- Mclean Changed His Rhythm Section By Employing Drummer Roy Haynes And Bassist Larry Ridley. This Combination Proved A Perfect Balance Of The Four Elements. The Program Is Four Tunes, Three Of Which Were Written By Moncur. If There Was A Perfect Blue Note Session After John Coltrane's Blue Train, This Was It. Opening With A Ballad Was A Novel Idea In 1966, But Mclean Uses Moncur's Love And Hate To Reveal All The Tonal Possibilities Within This Group Of Musicians, And The Textural Interplay That Exists In The Heightened Sense Of Form, Time Breaks, And Rhythm Changes. As Begun On One Step Beyond, The Notion Of Interval Is Key In This Band, And An Elemental Part Of Moncur's Composition. The Horn Lines Are Spare, Haunting, Warm, And Treated As Textural Elements By Hutcherson's Vibes. On The Tune "Esoteric," Hutcherson And Haynes Throw Complex Rhythmic Figures Into The Mix. Moncur's Writing Is Angular, Resembling Ornette's Early-'60s Melodic Notions More Than Coltrane's Modal Considerations. Hutcherson's Solo Amid The Complex, Knotty Melodic Frame Is Just Sublime. "Khalil The Prophet" Is Mclean's Only Contribution Compositionally To The Album, But It's A Fine One. Using A Hard Bop Lyric And A Shape-shifting Sense Of Harmonic Interplay Between The Three Front-line Players, Mclean Moves Deeply Into A Blues Groove Without Giving Into Mere 4/4 Time Structures. The Architecture Of His Solo Is Wonderfully Obtuse, Playing An Alternating Series Of Eighths, 12ths, And Even 16ths Against Hutcherson's Wide-open Comping And Arpeggio Runs. The Set Ends With Moncur's "Riff Raff," A Strolling Blues That Makes Full Use Of Counterpoint On The Vibes. Moncur Sets His Solo Against Mclean's Melodic Engagement Of Hutcherson, Forcing Both Men Into Opposition Positions That Get Resolved In A Sultry, Funky, Shimmering Blues Groove. Of All Of Mclean's Blue Note Dates, So Many Of Which Are Classic Jazz Recordings, Destination Out! Stands As The One That Reveals The True Soulfulness And Complexity Of His Writing, Arranging, And "Singing" Voice." AMG Review By Thom Jurek. more
	Destination... Out! Used Import - GXK8084 1978 Japan Pressing With No Obi. "Destination... Out!", released in 1963 on the Blue Note label, is considered a classic of the 1960s. McLean was an important figure in post-bop jazz and had already recorded several albums for Blue Note before releasing "Destination... Out!" The album features McLean on alto saxophone, along with Grachan Moncur III on trombone, Bobby Hutcherson on vibraphone, Larry Ridley on bass, and Roy Haynes on drums. The album was recorded in two sessions in November and December 1963 and was recorded By Rudy Van Gelder. It features four original compositions by McLean and Moncur. more
	Ghetto Lullaby New - LP - IC 2013 Sealed 1976 Original. Small, Clean Cut Out Hole. Features Kenny Drew, NHOP And Alex Riel. more
	Hipnosis New - LP - BN-LA483-J2 Factory Sealed 1978 2LP Blue Label Gatefold Original. Previously Unreleased Recordings From 1962 And 1967 Featuring Kenny Dorham, Sonny Clark, Grachan Moncur And Others. Both Sessions Recorded By Rudy Van Gelder. Tiny Cut Corner. more
	Hipnosis Used - LP - BN-LA483-J2 1978 2LP Blue Label Gatefold Original. Cut Corner With Moderate Ring Wear. Previously Unreleased Recordings From 1962 And 1967 Featuring Kenny Dorham, Sonny Clark, Grachan Moncur And Others. Both Sessions Recorded By Rudy Van Gelder. more
	It's Time Used - LP - BST 84179 Rare 1970 Black And Blue Liberty Label Stereo In Shrink Wrap. Recorded In 1964 And Featuring Herbie Hancock, Charles Tolliver, Cecil McBee And Roy Haynes. more
	It's Time Used - LP - BST 84179 Near Mint Japanese Stereo Pressing With Insert, No Obi. more
	It's Time! Audiophile - Used - ST-84179 2016 180gm "Blue Note Collection" On Pure Virgin Vinyl In Shrink Wrap. Recorded In 1964 And Featuring Herbie Hancock, Charles Tolliver, Cecil McBee And Roy Haynes. more
	It's Time! Used Import - GXK 8085 1978 Original Japan King Pressing With No Obi. "It's Time!" is a jazz album by Jackie McLean, an American alto saxophonist and educator, recorded in 1964 at Van Gelder Studios. The album features a quintet of talented musicians, including Charles Tolliver on trumpet, Herbie Hancock on piano, Cecil McBee on bass, and Roy Haynes on drums. The group's improvisations and interplay are highlighted throughout the album, showcasing their individual and collective talents. "It's Time!" was well-received by critics and fans of jazz music upon its release. It has since become a classic jazz album and is considered one of McLean's best works. The album's title track, "It's Time," has become a jazz standard and is still performed by musicians today. Overall, "It's Time!" is a significant album in McLean's discography and in the history of jazz music. It showcases the talents of some of the most notable jazz musicians of the time and is a testament to McLean's skills as a saxophonist and bandleader. more
	Jackie McLean Used - LP - SCS 1001 Rare 1972 First Pressing Danish Original With Flip-Back Cover. Features Kenny Drew, Bo Stief And Alex Riel. Cover Has 2" Top Seam Split, LP Looks New, Unplayed. more
	Jackie McLean & Co. Used - LP - OJC-074 1983 OJC reissue without Obi. Introducing Ray Draper. Released in 1957, this album stands as a testament to Jackie McLean's growing prowess in the hard bop genre. Recorded for Prestige Records, this album captures McLean in a pivotal phase of his career, showcasing his piercing alto saxophone tone and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of bebop. Throughout the album, McLean is joined by an impressive lineup, including Bill Hardman on trumpet, Mal Waldron on piano, Doug Watkins on bass, and Art Taylor on drums. The synergy between these musicians is palpable, as they navigate through both original compositions and lesser-known standards with an invigorating sense of urgency and cohesion. McLean's alto lines are both fierce and lyrical, demonstrating his deep understanding of the bebop language while hinting at the avant-garde directions he would later explore. more
	Jackie McLean Quintet Used - LP - UPS-511-J Rare Japanese First Pressing With Obi. Autographed In Ink Marker On The Front Cover By Jackie McLean. One Of His Greatest Albums, Recorded In 1958. more
	Jackie's Bag New - LP - BST 84051 Sealed 1985 Cadre Rouge Audiophile Pressing With Obi. “Jackie's Bag Is Split Between Two Different Recording Sessions: The First, From January 1959, Was The First Session Jackie McLean Ever Led For Blue Note, And The Second Was A Sextet Date From September 1960 That Featured Tenor Saxophonist Tina Brooks As A Co-Leader In All But Name. According To The Liner Notes, McLean's First Date Produced Only Three Songs Of Releasable Quality, Which Are Included Here. Six Tunes Were Cut At The Brooks Session, Which Were All Issued In Japan As Street Singer, And Half Appeared On The Original Jackie's Bag LP. Given The Transitional Time Period Of The First And Brooks' Musical Taste On The Second, The Music On Jackie's Bag Finds McLean In A Staunchly Hard Bop Mode, With Occasional Hints Of Adventurousness. While McLean's Debut Performances Are Certainly Well Done, The Most Distinctive Appeal Of The Album Lies In The Brooks Collaborations. There Are Exotic Flavors To McLean's Terrific "Appointment In Ghana" And Brooks' "Isle Of Java"; Of The Newly Added Bonus Tracks, Brooks' "Medina" Has A Particularly Complex And Memorable Theme, And His "Street Singer" Was Actually Issued On His Own Back To The Tracks Album As Well. Despite Crucial Contributions From Trumpeter Blue Mitchell And Drummer Art Taylor, The Real Focal Point Of These Performances Is The Complementary Interplay Between McLean And Brooks, The Latter Of Whom Does A Nice Job Of Matching The Former's Legendarily Hard-Edged Tone. McLean Devotees Will Want This Anyway, But The Quality Of The Street Singer Material Pushes Jackie's Bag Far Beyond A Simple Gap-Plugging Historical Release.” Steve Huey, AMG. more
	Jackie's Bag Used - LP - BN 4051 Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Classic Jackie McLean At His Peak With Donald Byrd, Sonny Clark, Paul Chambers, Philly Joe Jones, Blue Mitchell, Tina Brooks, Kenny Drew And Art Taylor. more
	Jackie's Bag Audiophile - LP - AP-84051 Sealed 2008 Limited Edition #0392. 2LP, 45rpm, 180gm HQ Stereo Reissue. more
	Jackie's Bag New - LP - BST 84051 Sealed 1985 Limited Edition Cadre Rouge Audiophile Pressing With Obi. COH. more
	Jackie's Bag Used Import - BNJ 71071 1985 Japanese Stereo Pressing Without Obi. Cut Corner. Classic Jackie McLean At His Peak With Donald Byrd, Sonny Clark, Paul Chambers, Philly Joe Jones, Blue Mitchell, Tina Brooks, Kenny Drew And Art Taylor. Recorded At Van Gelder Studios. Just Ask "The Waxed VC". The album is significant for its use of hard bop and bluesy soul-jazz styles, as well as its incorporation of African and Latin rhythms. It includes original compositions by McLean, as well as covers of blues and jazz standards. more
	Jackie's Bag Used Import - GXK 8082 1978 Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Classic Jackie McLean At His Peak With Donald Byrd, Sonny Clark, Paul Chambers, Philly Joe Jones, Blue Mitchell, Tina Brooks, Kenny Drew And Art Taylor. Recorded At Van Gelder Studios. Just Ask "The Waxed VC". more
	Jackie's Bag Used Import - GXK 8082 1978 Japanese Stereo Pressing Without Obi. Classic Jackie McLean At His Peak With Donald Byrd, Sonny Clark, Paul Chambers, Philly Joe Jones, Blue Mitchell, Tina Brooks, Kenny Drew And Art Taylor. Recorded At Van Gelder Studios. Mclean showcase his hard bop style and technical prowess on the alto saxophone. The album opens with "Quadrangle," a fast-paced, bluesy tune that sets the tone for the rest of the record. McLean's playing is nimble and virtuosic, and he's backed by a tight rhythm section that includes pianist Sonny Clark, bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Philly Joe Jones. The album also includes a standout rendition of "Blues Inn," which features an extended solo by McLean that demonstrates his ability to build tension and release it through his playing. Overall, Jackie's Bag is a must experience for Bop fans. more
	Jackie's Pal New - LP - 7068 Sealed 2013 200gm Mono Audiophile Reissue Cut From The Analogue Masters By Kevin Gray. Originally Released In 1956. Jackie McLean, Alto Sax; Bill Hardman, Trumpet; Mal Waldron, Piano; Paul Chambers, Bass' Philly Joe Jones, Drums. more
	Jackie's Pal New - LP - OJC 1714 Sealed 1988 Mono Reissue Pressed On KM Audiophile Pure Virgin Vinyl. Recorded In 1956 By Rudy Van Gelder. The Recorded Debut Of Trumpeter Bill Hardman. more
	Jacknife New - LP - BN-LA457-H2 Sealed 1975 2LP Textured Gatefold Original, Small CC. Two Previously Unreleased Sessions From 1965 And 1966 Featuring Lee Morgan, Charles Tolliver, Larry Willis, Larry Ridley, Jack DeJohnette, Don Moore. more
	Jacknife Used - LP - BN-LA457-H2 1975 2LP Textured Gatefold Original, Small CC. Two Previously Unreleased Sessions From 1965 And 1966 Featuring Lee Morgan, Charles Tolliver, Larry Willis, Larry Ridley, Jack DeJohnette, Don Moore. Both LPs Appear Unplayed. All Analogue. more
	Jacknife Used - LP - BN-LA457-H2 1975 US 2LP Reissue Housed In A Textured Gatefold Jacket. Excellent Condition Jacket, With Light Fading At Mouth Edge. Part Of The Mid-70's Blue Note Re-Issue Series. "Jackie Mclean's Jacknife Sessions Have Had A Peculiar And Somewhat Disjointed History In His Discography. Initially Issued In 1975 On A Vinyl Two-fer As Part Of The Blue Note Reissue Series, It Included Separate, Previously Unreleased Sessions From 1965 And 1966, The Former With Trumpeters Lee Morgan And Charles Tolliver, The Latter In A Quartet With Only Mclean As The Leading Horn. This 1965 Group Has Many Worthwhile And Often Challenging Moments For The Then-33-year-old Alto Saxophonist. Of The Five Tracks Here, "On The Nile," At Over 12-and-a-half Minutes, Should Be A Favorite, As Its Modern, Mainstream Modalism Weaves Larry Willis' Deep Piano Chords, Tolliver's Evocative Trumpet, And Mclean's Rich Harmonizing. Tolliver Also Wrote The Title Track, A Sour-toned Bopper On The Cutting Edge, Considering This Mid-'60s Time Frame. Mclean Penned The Tuneful, Enjoyable "Blue Fable" On The Steady Swing Side, Briefly Dishing Out Calypso Beats. Morgan's Feature Is Dejohnette's "Climax" In A Chopped-up Piano Riff With The Drummer, As A Bop Line From The Horns Takes Up The Urgent, Kinetic Charge. The Only Track With Both Trumpeters, "Soft Blue," Is Easy As The Title Suggests, Harmonic And Warm, With Solid Solos Showing The Stark Contrast Between The Approach Of The Two Brassmen And Willis' Ruminating Piano." AMG - Michael G. Nastos. more
	Let Freedom Ring Used - LP - BST 84106 Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Features Walter Davis, Herbie Lewis And Billy Higgins. Unplayed Condition. more
	Let Freedom Ring Used - LP - BNJ-7014 Sealed Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. more
	Let Freedom Ring Used - LP - BST 84106 Beautiful 1986 Cadre Rouge Stereo Audiophile Pressing. Gold Promo Stamp On Jacket. Looks Unplayed. more
	Let Freedom Ring New - LP - BN 4106 Sealed Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Features Walter Davis, Herbie Lewis And Billy Higgins. more
	Let Freedom Ring New - LP - BST 84106 Factory Sealed Stereo (Label Variation Unknown -'Product Of Liberty' Printed On Rear Jacket). Features Walter Davis, Herbie Lewis And Billy Higgins. more
	Let Freedom Ring New - LP - BST 84106 Factory Sealed Stereo (Label Variation Unknown: 'Product Of Liberty' Printed On Rear Jacket Below The Blue Note Logo). Features Walter Davis, Herbie Lewis And Billy Higgins. Small CC. more
	Let Freedom Ring Used - LP - 84106 Beautiful Blue & White Liberty Label Stereo. Cut Corner. Features Walter Davis, Herbie Lewis And Billy Higgins. Appears Unplayed. more
	Lights Out New - LP - OJC 426 Sealed, Long Out Of Print 1990 OJC Mono Reissue Of A Mega Rarity. more
	Lights Out! Audiophile - LP - LP 7035 Sealed 2012 200gm Mono Reissue Pressed At QRP. Cut From The Analogue Masters By Renowned Mastering Engineer Kevin Gray. Hype Sticker On Shrink. Featuring McLean, Alto Sax; Donald Byrd, Trumpet; Elmo Hope, Piano; Doug Watkins, Bass; Arthur Taylor, Drums. more
	Lights Out! Audiophile - LP - LP 7035 Sealed Numbered, Limited Edition 2012 200gm Mono Reissue Pressed At QRP. Cut From The Analogue Masters By Renowned Mastering Engineer Kevin Gray. This Is Number 0514. Gold QRP Sticker On Shrink. Featuring McLean, Alto Sax; Donald Byrd, Trumpet; Elmo Hope, Piano; Doug Watkins, Bass; Arthur Taylor, Drums. more
	Live At Montmartre Used - LP - IC 2001 1976 LP Recorded In 1972. CC. more
	Makin' The Changes New - LP - OJC 197 Sealed, Long Out Of Print OJC Reissue. Recorded In Mono By Rudy Van Gelder. more
	Makin' The Changes New - LP - OJC 197 Sealed 1985 OJC Reissue. Recorded In Mono By Rudy Van Gelder, 1960. more
	McLean's Scene Used - LP - NJLP 8212 Mono Blue Label W/Trident Logo. A Giant Of An Album. more
	McLean's Scene New - LP - OJC 098 Sealed 1984 OJC Reissue Recorded In Mono By Rudy Van Gelder in 1958. more
	McLean's Scene Audiophile - LP - DIW 9009 New, Unplayed, Very Limited Edition 1999 Japanese 180gm Mono Reissue. Cut At The JVC Cutting Center. "McLean Never Really Copied Charlie Parker And Was One Of The First In His Generation To Develop His Own Sound. Three Of The Six Selections On This LP (A Pair Of Standards And A Blues) Feature McLean With Trumpeter Bill Hardman, Pianist Red Garland, Bassist Paul Chambers, And Drummer Art Taylor. The Remainder Of The Set Is From A Marathon Quartet Set With Pianist Mal Waldron, Bassist Arthur Phipps, And Drummer Art Taylor, Which Would Result In Material That Was Used As Part Of Five Separate Albums. McLean Is In Lyrical Form On "Our Love Is Here To Stay" And "Old Folks" While Playing With Great Intensity On His Accurately Titled Original "Outburst." Scott Yanow, AMG. more
	Monuments New - LP - AFL1 3230 Sealed 1979 Original. Gold Promo Stamp On Back Cover. Tracks Are "Gotta Get A Piece Of Your Soul," "They All Seem To Disappear," "The Molimo," "Monuments," "Doctor Jackyll And Mister Funk," "Long Time Lover" & "On The Slick Side." more
	New And Old Gospel New - LP - BST 84262 Sealed 1984 French Pressing With Obi. Features Ornette Coleman, Lamont Johnson, Scott Holt And Billy Higgins. more
	New And Old Gospel Used - LP - BNJ 71050 Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Features Ornette Coleman, Lamont Johnson, Scott Holt And Billy Higgins. more
	New And Old Gospel Used - LP - BST 84262 1968 Liberty Pressing. Some Cover Fading. Features Ornette Coleman, Lamont Johnson, Scott Holt And Billy Higgins. more
	New Soil Used - LP - GXK 8028 / BST 84013 Japanese Stereo Pressing, No Obi. Features Donald Byrd, Walter Davis, Paul Chambers And Pete La Roca. Appears Unplayed. Light Age Patina Stains On The Rear Jacket. more
	New Soil New - LP - 84013 Sealed 1988 Reissue Pressed On Teldec Virgin Vinyl. Clean Cut Out Hole. more
	New Soil Audiophile - LP - AP-84013 Rare Sealed 2010 2LP, Stereo 45 RPM, Limited "Series" Edition #0392. Featuring Donald Byrd. more
	New Wine In Old Bottles New - LP - IC 6029 Sealed 1978 Original LP Featuring The Great Jazz Trio. CC. more
	New Wine In Old Bottles Used - LP - IC 6029 Pressing In A Laminated Jacket Featuring The Great Jazz Trio. Includes Insert, But No Obi. more
	One Step Beyond Used - LP - BLP 4137 1963 New York Label Mono Original. Record Is Near Mint, Jacket Has Small Sticker Tear On White Part Of Top Left Front Of Jacket With A One Inch Top Seam Split Above It Near The Spine. more
	One Step Beyond Used - LP - BST 84137 1983 French Stereo Pressing. Features Grachan Moncur, Bobby Hutcherson, Eddie Khan And Tony Williams. more
	One Step Beyond Used - LP - BN 4137 Beautiful Japanese Pressing With Obi. Unplayed Condition. more
	One Step Beyond Used - LP - BST 84137 1963 New York Label Stereo Original In Shrink Wrap. Van Gelder And Stereo Stamped In Dead Wax, No Plastilite "Ear." Appears Virtually Unplayed. more
	One Step Beyond Audiophile - LP - MMBST-84137 Sealed 2012 180gm 2LP 45rpm Stereo Housed In A Super Deluxe Gatefold Cover. A Young Lion Of Hard Bop In The 1950's, Altoist Jackie McLean Became One Of The Most Forward-Thinking Of The Veterans In The 1960s. His Sharp Sound, Passionate Tone And Advanced Ideas Combined With A Strong Musical Curiosity That Led Him To Explore Freer Sounds. One Step Beyond (1963) Is One Of His Greatest Triumphs On Record. Inspired By Ornette Coleman And John Coltrane But Playing Very Much In His Own Emotional Style, McLean Excels While Interacting With The Younger Musicians On This Remarkable Set. Vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson Makes A Piano Redundant, Tony Williams Shows That He Was Already Strikingly Original At This Early Stage. Trombonist Grachan Moncur III Matches McLean's Passion. Especially On "Frankenstein" And "Ghost Town," McLean Creates Otherworldly Music That Still Sounds Powerful And Provocative Nearly 50 Years Later. more
	One Step Beyond Audiophile - LP - MMBST 84137 Sealed 2012 Numbered, Limited Edition 180gm 2LP 45rpm Stereo Housed In A Super Deluxe Gatefold Cover. This Is Low Number 0542. A Young Lion Of Hard Bop In The 1950's, Altoist Jackie McLean Became One Of The Most Forward-Thinking Of The Veterans In The 1960s. His Sharp Sound, Passionate Tone And Advanced Ideas Combined With A Strong Musical Curiosity That Led Him To Explore Freer Sounds. One Step Beyond (1963) Is One Of His Greatest Triumphs On Record. Inspired By Ornette Coleman And John Coltrane But Playing Very Much In His Own Emotional Style, McLean Excels While Interacting With The Younger Musicians On This Remarkable Set. Vibraphonist Bobby Hutcherson Makes A Piano Redundant, Tony Williams Shows That He Was Already Strikingly Original At This Early Stage. Trombonist Grachan Moncur III Matches McLean's Passion. Especially On "Frankenstein" And "Ghost Town," McLean Creates Otherworldly Music That Still Sounds Powerful And Provocative Nearly 50 Years Later. more
	Right Now New - LP - MMBST 84215 Factory Sealed, Limited Edition 180gm HQ Stereo Reissue (33 1/3rpm) In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Right Now! New - LP - BN 4215 Japanese Pressing W/Obi. Features Larry Willis, Bob Cranshaw & Clifford Jarvis. Another Of The Great Jackie McLean Albums, Recorded In 1965. more
	Right Now! Used - LP - BN 4215 Japanese Stereo Pressing W/Obi. Unplayed. more
	Right Now! Used Import - GXK-8086 1978 Japan Pressing With Obi & Insert. "Right Now!" is a jazz album recorded in 1964, and was released on Blue Note. Jackie McLean began his career in the 1950s and was a significant figure in the hard bop movement of the 1960s. He was known for his distinct sound and his ability to blend bebop and blues influences into his music. "Right Now!" is considered one of McLean's most significant albums and features a quintet that includes pianist Larry Willis, bassist Bob Cranshaw, drummer Clifford Jarvis. The album contains four tracks, "Eco", "Poor Eric", "Christel's Time" & "Right Now". The album received critical acclaim upon its release and is still regarded as a classic of the hard bop genre. The music on "Right Now!" is characterized by its soulful melodies, complex rhythms, and intricate improvisations. more
	Right Now! Used Import - GXK-8086 1978 Japan Pressing Without Obi. "Right Now!" is a jazz album recorded in 1964, and was released on Blue Note. Jackie McLean began his career in the 1950s and was a significant figure in the hard bop movement of the 1960s. He was known for his distinct sound and his ability to blend bebop and blues influences into his music. "Right Now!" is considered one of McLean's most significant albums and features a quintet that includes pianist Larry Willis, bassist Bob Cranshaw, drummer Clifford Jarvis. The album contains four tracks, "Eco", "Poor Eric", "Christel's Time" & "Right Now". The album received critical acclaim upon its release and is still regarded as a classic of the hard bop genre. The music on "Right Now!" is characterized by its soulful melodies, complex rhythms, and intricate improvisations. more
	Strange Blues New - LP - SMJ 6298 Sealed Japanese Pressing With Obi. Features Webster Young, Ray Draper, Mal Waldron, Art Taylor And Others. Previously Unissued Classic Cuts From The Late 50's. more
	Swing Swang Swingin' New - LP - BLP 4024 Sealed 2005 200gm Quiex SV-P Deep Groove, Flat Edge Mono Reissue. more
	Swing Swang Swingin' Audiophile - LP - BST 84024 Factory Sealed, Limited Edition 45rpm 2LP 180gm HQ In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' Audiophile - LP - TOJJ 6512 2004 Japanese Limited Edition 180gm Stereo Reissue Housed In A Heavy Laminated Jacket With Obi. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' Used Import - BN 4024 / BST 84024 Beautiful Japanese Stereo Pressing With Obi. Appears Unplayed. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' Audiophile - New - MMBST-84024 Factory Sealed, Out Of Print 2009 Numbered 0359, Limited Edition 45rpm 2LP 180gm HQ Stereo Reissue Housed In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' New - LP - TOJJ 6512 New, Unplayed 2004 Limited Edition 180gm Japanese Stereo Reissue Housed In A Laminated Jacket With Obi. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' Used Import - BN 4024 Beautiful 1989 Japanese Stereo Vinyl Reissue, With Obi & Insert. Pressed By Toshiba. "Swing, Swang, Swingin'" By Jackie Mclean Features A Stellar Lineup Of Musicians Who Make Significant Contributions To The Album's Exceptional Sound. Pianist Walter Bishop Jr. Brings His Virtuosity And Creativity To The Forefront, Delivering Captivating Solos And Providing Solid Support Throughout. Bassist Jimmy Garrison's Deep, Resonant Tones Anchor The Rhythm Section, Adding Richness And Depth To The Music. Drummer Art Taylor's Impeccable Sense Of Swing And Mastery Of Dynamics Provide The Perfect Rhythmic Foundation For The Ensemble. Together, These Musicians Create A Cohesive And Dynamic Musical Landscape That Complements Mclean's Saxophone Playing And Elevates The Overall Quality Of The Album. Their Collective Talent And Synergy Contribute To Making "Swing, Swang, Swingin'" An Enduring Masterpiece Of Jazz. more
	Swing, Swang, Swingin' Audiophile - Used - MMBST-84024 Out Of Print 2009 2LP 180gm 45rpm HQ Stereo LE #0955 Reissue Housed In Deluxe Gatefold Jacket. more
	Tippin' The Scales Used Import - GXF 3062 1979 Japanese Stereo Without Obi. Recorded In 1962 And Featuring Sonny Clark, Butch Warren And Art Taylor. The album was recorded at the Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey in 1962. The music on the album is a blend of hard bop and post-bop, with McLean's saxophone leading the way through a series of complex and dynamic arrangements. "Tippin' The Scales" was well-received by critics and is considered one of McLean's best albums. It has been reissued several times over the years, including a remastered edition in 2005, and remains a popular and influential album in the jazz canon. more
	Tippin' The Scales Used - LP - GXF 3062 Near Mint Japanese Stereo Original With Obi Recorded In 1962 And Featuring Sonny Clark, Butch Warren And Art Taylor. more
	Tippin' The Scales Audiophile - LP - BST 84427 Beautiful Cadre Rouge Audiophile Pressing With Obi And Poster. Although Released On Japanese Vinyl, This Is The Only Domestic Vinyl Release Of This Album As It Was Unreleased At The Time Of The Recording in 1962. McLean, Alto Sax; Sonny Clark, Piano; Butch Warren, Bass; Art Taylor, Drums. more
	Tippin' The Scales New - LP - BST 84427 Sealed Cadre Rouge Audiophile Pressing Original With Obi And Blue Note Poster. Although Released On Japanese Vinyl, This Is The Only Domestic Vinyl Release Of This Album As It Was Unissued At The Time Of The Recording In 1962. McLean, Alto Sax; Sonny Clark, Piano; Butch Warren, Bass; Art Taylor, Drums. more
	Tippin' The Scales New - LP - BST 84427 Sealed Cadre Rouge Audiophile Original With Obi And Poster. Clean Cut Out Hole. Although Released On Japanese Vinyl, This Is The Only Domestic Vinyl Release Of This Album As It Was Unissued At The Time Of The Recording In 1962. McLean, Alto Sax; Sonny Clark, Piano; Butch Warren, Bass; Art Taylor, Drums. more
	Tippin' The Sclaes Used - LP - GXK 8160 Beautiful Near Mint Japanese Stereo Original, No Obi. more
	Tune Up New - LP - SCC 6023 Sealed 1987 Original Featuring The Previously Unreleased 1966 "Live At The Left Bank Jazz Society" Recording. McLean, Alto Sax; Lamont Johnson, Piano; Scott Holt, Bass; Billy Higgins, Drums. Shrink Has A Partial Tear Along Mouth. more
	Vertigo New - LP - LT 1085 Sealed Stereo Original. Small Cut Out Hole. First Original Copy We Have Ever Had In Stock Of This Rare Title (Beware There Are Cheap Counterfeits Currently Circulating). Recorded In 1959 And 1963 With Two Different Line-Ups. "Formidable" From A 1959 Session And Five Numbers From A 1963 Mclean Set. While "Formidable" Has A Strong Quintet (With Altoist Jackie Mclean, Trumpeter Donald Byrd, Pianist Walter Davis, Bassist Paul Chambers, And Drummer Pete La Roca), The 1963 Session Has The Recording Debut Of Drummer Tony Williams Along With Strong Contributions From Byrd, Pianist Herbie Hancock (Then Also Near The Beginning Of His Career), And Bassist Butch Warren. The Latter Unit Sticks To Group Originals By Byrd, Hancock, And Mclean, And The Music Ranges From Catchy Funk And Hard Bop To Strong Hints Of The Avant-Garde. more