My Conception [LP], Sonny Clark, Vinyl

Limited 180gm vinyl LP pressing in gatefold jacket. The soulful, elegant pianist Sonny Clark brings his A-game to My Conception, a program of originals recorded in 1959, but not released until 1979. Joining the pianist are a cast of hard bop masters including Hank Mobley, Donald Byrd, Paul Chambers, and Art Blakey. Highlights include "Junka," "Minor Meeting," and Hank Mobley's solo on "Royal Flush." Blue Note Tone Poet Series features all-analog, remastered recordings. Produced by Joe Harley. Mastered by Kevin Gray.