Wayne Shorter: Speak No Evil (Limited Edition) (140 g) (LP)

Wayne Shorter’s third masterpiece, recorded in 1964 for Blue Note with band members Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Elvin Jones. Wayne’s writing and playing are, as always, outstanding and at the cutting edge. “Speak No Evil,” “Witch Hunt,” and “Infant Eyes” have become jazz standards. This magical session concludes with a previously unreleased alternate take of “Dance Cadaverous.” 1964 was a pivotal year for Wayne Shorter. Following acclaimed recordings with Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers, he released his first Blue Note albums as a bandleader, *Night Dreamer* and *JuJu*. That summer, he joined the Miles Davis Quintet, one of the most influential groups in jazz history. On Christmas Eve 1964, Shorter recorded “Speak No Evil” with Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Elvin Jones—a masterpiece featuring six original compositions, including the title track, “Witch Hunt,” and the ballad “Infant Eyes.” BLUE NOTE ESSENTIALS—the label’s classic LPs, now available for the first time at an unbeatable price, without compromising on flawless production. 140g Optimal pressing from a hi-res master, single sleeve.