Moanin'

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A landmark of the hard bop era, 'Moanin'' fuses a sophisticated modern jazz sensibility with deep gospel and blues influences. The album is defined by the soulful, call-and-response title track by pianist Bobby Timmons and a collection of dynamic compositions from saxophonist Benny Golson, including "Blues March" and "Along Came Betty". [1, 3, 8] This quintessential Jazz Messengers lineup, featuring spirited performances from trumpeter Lee Morgan and Golson, is propelled by Art Blakey's intensely driving drumming and captured with hallmark precision by engineer Rudy Van Gelder. [1, 3, 6]