Lee Morgan – The Rajah: Blue Note Tone Poet Series (180g Vinyl LP)

This sleek and beautifully paced Lee Morgan album was recorded in 1966 but shelved until 1984 for unknown reasons. In addition to the trumpeter, the quintet here features a superb line-up with Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, Cedar Walton on piano, Paul Chambers on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums, all playing at the top of their game. Highlights include the Duke Pearson gem “Is That So” and the enticing title track penned by Morgan.

Musicians:
Lee Morgan, trumpet
Hank Mobley, tenor saxophone
Cedar Walton, piano
Paul Chambers, bass
Billy Higgins, drums

1. A Pilgrim’s Funny Farm
2. The Rajah
3. Is That So
4. Davisamba
5. What Now My Love
6. Once In A Lifetime