An experiment in unusual time signatures that became an unlikely smash, led by the 5/4 'Take Five'. Cool, accessible and hugely popular. A perfect jazz starter record. They make our lists once — and it counts.
On vinyl: Pre-'60s originals are collector's items — a well-mastered reissue is usually the better buy.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
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