Thelonious Monk Genius Of Modern Music, Vol. 2 – Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series 180 Gram – Sealed UK Vinyl LP

Description

THELONIOUS MONK Genius Of Modern Music, Vol. 2 (Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series 2026 UK/EU 12-track LP pressed on 180-gram Black Vinyl. Originally issued in 1956 as part of Blue Note’s 1500 Series, Genius of Modern Music, Vol.2 compiles Monk’s seminal 1947-1952 sessions for the label, documenting the pianist’s earliest recordings as a leader. Across these sides Monk’s angular melodies, percussive touch and radical harmonic language were captured under the guidance of Blue Note founder Alfred Lion, establishing a body of work that would redefine modern jazz. Featuring definitive versions of Straight No Chaser, Four In One, Monk’s Mood and Ask Me Now, the album stands as a cornerstone of the bebop era. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is presented in mono, mastered all-analog by Kevin Gray from the original tapes and pressed at Optimal. Picture sleeve replicating the original Reid Miles design, hype sticker & factory sealed)

TRACKLISTING AND EXTRA INFORMATION
Side One
1.Carolina Moon
2.Hornin’ In
3.Skippy
4.Let’s Cool One
5.Suburban Eyes
6.Evonce

Side Two
1.Straight No Chaser
2.Four In One
3.Nice Work
4.Monk’s Mood
5.Who Knows
6.Ask Me Now

Key Features
Blue Note Classic Vinyl Series edition
All-analog mastering by Kevin Gray
Mono mix from original master tapes
180-gram Black Vinyl pressed at Optimal
Early Blue Note sessions recorded 1947-1952

Artist – Thelonious Monk (click link for complete listing)
Title – Genius Of Modern Music, Vol. 2 (click link for more of the same title)
Release Date – 20 Feb 2026
Year of Release – 2026
Original Year of Release – 1956
Format – vinyl LP album (LP record)
Record Label – Blue Note UMe
Catalogue No – 7544817 (click link for more)
Country of Origin – United Kingdom (UK)
Language – Regardless of country of origin all tracks are sung in English, unless otherwise stated in our description.
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Additional info – Sealed, Picture Sleeve
Barcode – 602475448174
Condition – Factory sealed from new. This item is unplayed. Click here for more info.
RareVinyl.com Ref No – TM4LPGE886465
Related Artists – Bill Holman, Merc And Monk.

GENRES
Jazz.

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