A funky, danceable hard-bop hit built on an irresistible title-track groove. Accessible and infectious. A crossover classic. Released in 1964, it's an early landmark for Lee Morgan.
On vinyl: Original pressings are collector's territory now, so most listeners reach for a well-reviewed reissue.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- The Sidewinder on Best Jazz Songs of All Time, Best 1960s Jazz Songs
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More from Lee Morgan — where to go next
If you have The Sidewinder, these are the Lee Morgan records worth reaching for next.
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The Sidewinder1964 · you're viewing this oneStart here
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Search for the New Land1966 · JazzClassic
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Cornbread1967 · JazzClassic
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