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Step into the vibrant, restless, and utterly brilliant world of Charles Mingus's Mingus Ah Um. Released in the landmark year of 1959, an era that redefined jazz, this album stands as a towering achievement, a passionate and diverse testament to one of music's most unique voices.
Mingus, the visionary bassist, composer, and bandleader, takes you on an exhilarating journey through the very soul of jazz. Mingus Ah Um is an extended tribute to the genre's ancestors – from the spiritual fervor of gospel in "Better Git It In Your Soul" to the elegiac beauty of "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat," a profound homage to Lester Young. Experience the intricate, hard-driving blues of "Boogie Stop Shuffle" and the heartfelt "Open Letter to Duke," a direct address to his profound influence, Duke Ellington.
This album encapsulates the full spectrum of Mingus's genius: his unparalleled ability to blend structured composition with raw, spontaneous improvisation, creating a sound that is both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly avant-garde. The collective brilliance of his hand-picked ensemble, known as the Jazz Workshop, shines through every note, delivering performances filled with fire, tenderness, and an infectious sense of swing.
Mingus Ah Um is not just an album; it's a vital piece of jazz history, a dynamic and emotional experience that continues to captivate and challenge listeners decades later. It's an essential addition for anyone seeking to understand the true depth and power of jazz.
Experience the timeless brilliance of Mingus Ah Um:
Tracklisting:
Better Git It in Your Soul (7:23)
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat (4:47)
Boogie Stop Shuffle (3:42)
Self-Portrait in Three Colors (3:06)
Open Letter to Duke (4:57)
Bird Calls (3:14)
Fables of Faubus (8:15)
Pussy Cat Dues (6:30)
Jelly Roll (4:02)
Step into the vibrant, restless, and utterly brilliant world of Charles Mingus's Mingus Ah Um. Released in the landmark year of 1959, an era that redefined jazz, this album stands as a towering achievement, a passionate and diverse testament to one of music's most unique voices.
Mingus, the visionary bassist, composer, and bandleader, takes you on an exhilarating journey through the very soul of jazz. Mingus Ah Um is an extended tribute to the genre's ancestors – from the spiritual fervor of gospel in "Better Git It In Your Soul" to the elegiac beauty of "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat," a profound homage to Lester Young. Experience the intricate, hard-driving blues of "Boogie Stop Shuffle" and the heartfelt "Open Letter to Duke," a direct address to his profound influence, Duke Ellington.
This album encapsulates the full spectrum of Mingus's genius: his unparalleled ability to blend structured composition with raw, spontaneous improvisation, creating a sound that is both deeply rooted in tradition and boldly avant-garde. The collective brilliance of his hand-picked ensemble, known as the Jazz Workshop, shines through every note, delivering performances filled with fire, tenderness, and an infectious sense of swing.
Mingus Ah Um is not just an album; it's a vital piece of jazz history, a dynamic and emotional experience that continues to captivate and challenge listeners decades later. It's an essential addition for anyone seeking to understand the true depth and power of jazz.
Experience the timeless brilliance of Mingus Ah Um:
Tracklisting:
Better Git It in Your Soul (7:23)
Goodbye Pork Pie Hat (4:47)
Boogie Stop Shuffle (3:42)
Self-Portrait in Three Colors (3:06)
Open Letter to Duke (4:57)
Bird Calls (3:14)
Fables of Faubus (8:15)
Pussy Cat Dues (6:30)
Jelly Roll (4:02)