This 1958 session showcases a young Lee Morgan navigating the hard bop landscape with fiery solos and a compelling sense of swing. It's a solid, if not groundbreaking, entry in his early discography.
- The album was recorded on March 3, 1957, though released in March 1958.
- The lineup features a nonet including Hank Mobley and Art Blakey.
- "The Cooker" was a relatively obscure title in Morgan's catalog until its reissue and wider availability.
Lee Morgan was a trumpeter from Philadelphia who emerged in the late 1950s, known for his soulful, hard-bop style. At the time of "The Cooker," he was a young, in-demand player establishing his voice on Blue Note.
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