Charles Mingus’s Mingus Ah Um remains a landmark in jazz history, showcasing Mingus’s visionary blend of gospel, blues, and hard-swinging modernism. Released in 1959, this album delivers unforgettable compositions and spirited performances, illustrating why Mingus is revered as one of jazz’s boldest innovators.

This edition features the celebrated track selection, including the moving tribute “Goodbye Pork Pie Hat” and the exuberant energy of “Better Get It in Your Soul” (noted on the cover and label). With all original compositions and a seamless flow from track to track, Mingus Ah Um stands as an essential listen for jazz enthusiasts and newcomers alike.

• Format: Vinyl
• Color Vinyl
• Label: WaxTime In Color
• Genre: Jazz
• Release Date: 2018
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TRACKS

A1. Better Get It In Your Soul
A2. Goodbye Pork Pie Hat
A3. Boogie Stop Shuffle
A4. Self-Portrait in Three Colors
A5. Open Letter to Duke
B1. Bird Calls
B2. Fables of Faubus
B3. Pussy Cat Dues
B4. Jelly Roll