Evolution (Grachan Moncur III album)


Evolution is the debut album led by the American trombonist Grachan Moncur III, recorded in 1963 and released on the Blue Note label. Two contemporaneous Jackie McLean albums recorded with Moncur, and featuring the same inside/out musical style, were also recorded in 1963 by Blue Note.

Reception

The Allmusic review by Steve Huey awarded the album 4½ stars and stated "With such an inventive debut, it's a shame Moncur didn't record more as a leader, which makes Evolution an even more important item for fans of Blue Note's avant-garde to track down".

Track listing

  1. "Air Raid" - 9:19
  2. "Evolution" - 12:24
  3. "The Coaster" - 11:39
  4. "Monk in Wonderland" - 7:54

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