The Rarest On Debut – Mingus Newly Discovered – Charles Mingus – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

The Rarest On Debut – Mingus Newly Discovered is a revelatory addition to the jazz canon, offering a glimpse into Charles Mingus at his most daring and inventive. This collection unearths previously unheard sessions from the formative years of Mingus’s storied career, recorded for the influential Debut label that Mingus himself co-founded. These tracks are more than just archival curiosities—they capture the restless energy and fearless experimentation that would come to define Mingus’s approach to composition and ensemble interplay.

Listeners will find Mingus pushing boundaries, both in terms of structure and emotion, weaving complex harmonies and unpredictable rhythms with a rawness that feels immediate and alive. The album pulses with the spirit of mid-century jazz innovation, featuring top-tier musicianship from Mingus and his cohorts. Each track is a testament to his drive to expand the language of jazz, making this release essential for collectors, historians, and anyone fascinated by the creative process.

Beyond its historical significance, the music here brims with Mingus’s passion and vision—a rare window into the making of a jazz icon. This is not just an album; it’s an invitation to rediscover the roots of modern jazz through the uncompromising artistry of Charles Mingus.

Track List:
A1 – Autumn In New York (Take 1) –
A2 – Autumn In New York (Take 2) –
A3 – Long Ago An Far Away (Take 1 False Start) –
A4 – Long Ago An Far Away (Take 2) –
A5 – Long Ago An Far Away (Take 3) –
A6 – Long Ago An Far Away (Take 4) –
A7 – Long Ago An Far Away (Take 5) –
B1 – We Got Blue (Take 1) –
B2 – Joldi (Rehearsal Intro Short Take) –
B3 – Joldi (Rehearsal Intro Long Take) –
B4 – Joldi (Take 1) –
B5 – Joldi (Take 2 False Start) –
B6 – Joldi (Take 3 Incomplete) –
B7 – Joldi (Take 4) –
B8 – Joldi (Take 5 False Start) –
B9 – Joldi (Take 6) –