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Jackie McLean: Bluesnik

8 January 1961 · 66 YEARS

Bluesnik

Jackie McLean

This record captures an energetic evolution of the genre. The quintet relies on tight communication between the wind instruments to drive through a set of original compositions.

Listeners favor the raw tone present during these sessions. It stands as a document of a sophisticated jazz era, showcasing a balance between technical complexity and swinging, accessible melodies.

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