Jazz alto saxophonist Jackie McLean's One Step Beyond stands as a significant entry in the Blue Note Records catalog, originally recorded on April 30th, 1963 and released the following year. This post-bop masterpiece showcases McLean's distinctive alto saxophone work alongside trombonist Grachan Moncur III in a compelling quintet setting that pushed the boundaries of hard bop into more adventurous territory.

Ranked among the best albums of 1964, One Step Beyond captures McLean at a pivotal moment in his artistic development, blending accessible melodies with increasingly sophisticated harmonic concepts. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition preserves the original recording's warmth and immediacy on high-quality 180-gram vinyl, making it an essential addition for both jazz enthusiasts and collectors seeking to experience this influential album as it was meant to be heard.

• Format: Vinyl
• Label: Blue Note
• Genre: Jazz
• Release Date: 11/21/2025
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TRACKS

A1. Saturday And Sunday
A2. Frankenstein
B1. Blue Rondo
B2. Ghost Town