Moanin' — 1959

A soulful, hard-swinging hard-bop classic anchored by its gospel-tinged title track. Tight and joyful. Essential Blue Note. Not the headline release, but a genuine highlight.

On vinyl: Pre-'60s originals are collector's items — a well-mastered reissue is usually the better buy.

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