Jackie McLean- Let Freedom Ring (Yellow Vinyl)
SKU: 3770024956924
Limited colored vinyl LP pressing. "Let Freedom Ring" is a landmark jazz album by saxophonist Jackie McLean, released in 1963. It is widely celebrated for it's innovative approach and for marking a pivotal moment in McLean's career, showcasing his transition towards a more avant-garde and experimental style. With Jackie McLean (alto saxophone), Walter Davis Jr. (piano), Herbie Lewis (bass), Billy Higgins (drums), the album blends hard bop with free jazz elements, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz forms. It features complex, dissonant harmonies and innovative rhythms, exemplifying McLean's move towards a more free-form approach. Released during a period of significant social and political upheaval in the United States, "Let Freedom Ring" reflect themes of freedom and change and it's considered one of McLean's finest works and a critical milestone in the development of modern jazz frequently cited in discussions of pivotal jazz albums from the 1960s. The album stands as a powerful statement of artistic freedom and a testament to Jackie McLean's profound impact on the evolution of jazz. It's blend of traditional and avant-garde elements, coupled with it's social and personal themes, makes it a seminal work that continues to resonate with audiences and musicians alike for innovative approach has solidified McLean's reputation as a forward-thinking artist who helped to expand the vocabulary of jazz
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Format: New Vinyl/Jazz
Jackie McLean- Let Freedom Ring (Yellow Vinyl)
SKU: 3770024956924
Release Date: 8.02.24
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Limited colored vinyl LP pressing. "Let Freedom Ring" is a landmark jazz album by saxophonist Jackie McLean, released in 1963. It is widely celebrated for it's innovative approach and for marking a pivotal moment in McLean's career, showcasing his transition towards a more avant-garde and experimental style. With Jackie McLean (alto saxophone), Walter Davis Jr. (piano), Herbie Lewis (bass), Billy Higgins (drums), the album blends hard bop with free jazz elements, pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz forms. It features complex, dissonant harmonies and innovative rhythms, exemplifying McLean's move towards a more free-form approach. Released during a period of significant social and political upheaval in the United States, "Let Freedom Ring" reflect themes of freedom and change and it's considered one of McLean's finest works and a critical milestone in the development of modern jazz frequently cited in discussions of pivotal jazz albums from the 1960s. The album stands as a powerful statement of artistic freedom and a testament to Jackie McLean's profound impact on the evolution of jazz. It's blend of traditional and avant-garde elements, coupled with it's social and personal themes, makes it a seminal work that continues to resonate with audiences and musicians alike for innovative approach has solidified McLean's reputation as a forward-thinking artist who helped to expand the vocabulary of jazz
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