Unity - Larry Young - LP - Brand New Vinyl (Arrives in 20days)

Larry Young’s 'UNITY' stands as a landmark in jazz history—a recording that daringly reimagined the possibilities of the Hammond B-3 organ. Released in 1966, this album is far from a standard soul-jazz session. Instead, Young, alongside Woody Shaw, Joe Henderson, and Elvin Jones, forges a new language where modal improvisation and rhythmic invention take center stage. Each track unfolds with a sense of daring exploration, yet never loses its deep groove. Shaw’s trumpet and Henderson’s saxophone bring a bracing, forward-thinking energy, while Elvin Jones’ drumming anchors the proceedings with both swing and fire. Young’s own playing is both cerebral and soulful: he steers away from blues clichés, delving into harmonic and melodic territories that prefigured jazz’s fusion era. 'UNITY' is not only a testament to Larry Young’s visionary artistry but also a document that captures jazz at a crossroads—restless and searching, but always deeply musical. For listeners who appreciate albums that expand the vocabulary of a genre, 'UNITY' is essential listening, offering fresh discoveries with every spin. This is a must-have for any vinyl collection that values innovation and fearless musicianship.