Mingus Ah Hum + 1 Bonus Track - enthält neue, speziell angefertigte Linernotes des PENGUIN GUIDE TO JAZZ-Autors BRIAN MORTON und des renommierten JAZZ MAGAZINE aus Paris. - 4 BONUS TRACKS/ INCL. BOOKLET
Recorded at 30th Street Studio, NYC, May 5 & 12, 1959.
Tracks 10 to 13, from the same sessions but not included on the original LP, are identified with an asterisk as bonus tracks.
"Mingus Ah Hum" is one of the essential albums in modern jazz history, and this CD edition presents Charles Mingus at the height of his creative powers. Originally recorded in 1959, the album captures a vibrant, deeply personal vision of jazz that fuses hard bop, gospel, blues and early avant-garde impulses into a unified, powerful statement. Tracks like "Better Git It in Your Soul" and "Goodbye Pork Pie Hat" have become standards, showcasing Mingus' gift for unforgettable melodies, emotional depth and complex yet accessible arrangements. On this CD, the sound is focused and intimate, allowing the dynamics of the ensemble, the shifting textures and the interaction between the musicians to come through with clarity.
Artist Charles Mingus was one of jazz's most influential bassists, composers and bandleaders. Known for his explosive energy, strong personality and uncompromising musical vision, he helped shape the direction of post-bop and modern jazz. Throughout his career, he collaborated with leading figures of the jazz world and led ensembles that were renowned for both virtuosity and spontaneity. Mingus' compositions are celebrated for their rich harmonies, shifting rhythms and emotional intensity, and "Mingus Ah Hum" is widely regarded as one of his masterpieces and a cornerstone of his legacy.
This CD edition is produced by AMERICAN J, a label focused on presenting important American recordings in carefully curated physical formats. The manufacturer places value on timeless repertoire and solid production standards, aiming to offer durable, collector-friendly editions that respect the original artistic intent. With "Mingus Ah Hum", AMERICAN J provides a classic jazz album in a straightforward, high-quality CD package that is ideal both for dedicated jazz aficionados and for listeners discovering Charles Mingus for the first time.
