Lee Morgan - The Sidewinder [Blue Note Essential - 140g]

Lee Morgan – The Sidewinder (Blue Note Essentials 140g Vinyl LP)

Experience one of the most celebrated albums in jazz with Lee Morgan’s The Sidewinder, a landmark hard-bop recording that became the trumpeter’s biggest commercial success. Originally recorded in 1963 and released in 1964, the album captures Morgan at the height of his creative powers alongside an exceptional ensemble of jazz musicians.

Led by Morgan’s powerful trumpet playing, The Sidewinder features Joe Henderson on tenor saxophone, Barry Harris on piano, Bob Cranshaw on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums. The album combines hard-bop energy, sophisticated improvisation, blues influences, and an irresistible sense of swing.

The centerpiece is the iconic title track, “The Sidewinder,” a groove-driven jazz classic that helped make the album a breakthrough success. The remaining four Morgan originals—including “Totem Pole,” “Gary’s Notebook,” “Boy, What a Night,” and “Hocus-Pocus”—showcase the chemistry and musicianship of this outstanding quintet.

This edition is part of the Blue Note Essentials series and is pressed on 140g vinyl, mastered from high-resolution digital masters. It’s an excellent addition for fans of Lee Morgan, Blue Note Records, classic jazz, and collectors building a quality vinyl jazz library.

Details:

• Artist: Lee Morgan
• Title: The Sidewinder
• Format: Vinyl LP
• Vinyl: 140g
• Series: Blue Note Essentials
• Label: Blue Note Records
• Genre: Jazz / Hard Bop
• Original Release: 1964
• 2026 Edition Release Date: July 17, 2026
• UPC: 199957593113

A cornerstone of classic Blue Note jazz, The Sidewinder delivers Lee Morgan’s unmistakable trumpet sound, memorable compositions, and the effortless interplay of an all-star quintet. A fantastic choice for both longtime jazz fans and vinyl collectors discovering one of the essential recordings of the hard-bop era.