Night Dreamer

Wayne Shorter's stunning debut as a leader for Blue Note. This album announced his arrival as one of the most important composers of his generation. The title track is a perfect example of his style: a dark, mysterious, and searching melody with a unique harmonic structure that moves beyond standard hard bop. The presence of McCoy Tyner and Elvin Jones from Coltrane's quartet infuses the session with immense power and a deep, modal sensibility.