Me Myself An Eye – Charles Mingus – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Released at a pivotal moment in Charles Mingus’s career, “Me Myself An Eye” captures the legendary bassist’s restless creativity and resilience in the face of adversity. Recorded in 1978, as Mingus battled the effects of ALS, the album is as much a testament to his compositional genius as it is to his indomitable spirit. Here, Mingus steps back from the bandstand, entrusting trusted collaborators with his bold, forward-thinking charts. The result is a sweeping orchestral jazz suite that upends expectations—brass sections surge with kinetic energy, and melodies twist unpredictably, yet always with Mingus’s unmistakable touch. The album is both a celebration of jazz’s possibilities and a poignant reflection on legacy, as Mingus’s fingerprints are evident in every bar, even as others bring his vision to life. For listeners and vinyl collectors, “Me Myself An Eye” stands as a vital document—a window into the mind of one of jazz’s true architects at the twilight of his career. This is not just a collector’s piece; it’s an invitation to experience the raw ambition, innovation, and humanity that defined Mingus’s artistry.

Track List:
A – Three Worlds Of Drums – 30:20
B1 – Devil Woman – 9:21
B2 – Wednesday Night Prayer Meeting – 9:47
B3 – Carolyn “Keki” Mingus – 7:44