Saxophone Colossus — 1956

A definitive hard-bop statement, melodic and muscular, home to the calypso 'St. Thomas'. Effortlessly inventive. One of the great tenor records. Where Sonny Rollins's run begins — a strong starting point.

On vinyl: Original mono pressings from this era are sought-after; a quality reissue is the practical choice for most listeners.

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