Thelonious Monk's Genius of Modern Music, Vol. 2 stands as one of jazz's most essential documents, capturing the singular pianist and composer at the height of his creative powers during his landmark recordings for Blue Note. Featuring an all-star cast including Art Blakey, Max Roach, Kenny Dorham, and Milt Jackson, this collection brings together seminal sides originally released as 78s in the early 1950s, showcasing Monk's unmistakable harmonic vocabulary across beloved originals like "Straight No Chaser," "Four In One," and "Monk's Mood."
This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition delivers a premium listening experience, pressed on 180-gram vinyl at Optimal in the EU and mastered by Cohearent Audio, ensuring the music is presented with exceptional fidelity. Originally released in 1956, this meticulously reissued pressing is an ideal addition to any serious jazz collection, offering both longtime devotees and newly initiated listeners the chance to experience these foundational recordings in the format they deserve.
- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Blue Note
- Genre: Jazz
- Release Date: 02/20/2026
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TRACKS
A1. Carolina Moon
A2. Hornin' In
A3. Skippy
A4. Let's Cool One
A5. Suburban Eyes
A6. Evonce
B1. Straight No Chaser
B2. Four In One
B3. Nice Work
B4. Monk's Mood
B5. Who Knows
B6. Ask Me Now
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