Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers - Moanin' [Vinyl]

Experience the quintessential hard bop recording of all time with Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers' iconic 1958 album, 'Moanin''. This vinyl release captures the band's bluesy, soulful sound, featuring legendary performances by trumpeter Lee Morgan, tenor saxophonist Benny Golson, pianist Bobby Timmons, and bassist Jymie Merritt. Originally self-titled, the album gained its enduring name from the immense popularity of Bobby Timmons' unforgettable opening track.

Album Significance:

• Considered the most quintessential hard bop recording.
• Perfectly crystallizes the band's bluesy, soulful sound.
• Features indelible compositions by Benny Golson, including future jazz standards 'Along Came Betty' and 'Blues March'.

This 1-disc vinyl edition, manufactured by Blue Note Fontana in Germany, offers a direct connection to the raw energy and masterful musicianship that defined an era of jazz.