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McCoy Tyner - Enlightenment (2 LP)

Name: McCoy Tyner - Enlightenment (2 LP)
Brand: McCoy Tyner
SKU: 1eN8Ogfikd5371WLvEBrks
Rating: 5 (6 reviews)

McCoy Tyner

LP
2 piece(s)
1990
7 tracks
1 uur, 9 min
jazz

Enlightenment

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Product Description

McCoy Tyner's "Enlightenment" is a captivating journey through the realms of jazz, released on January 1, 1990, under the Milestone label. This album is a testament to Tyner's mastery of various jazz subgenres, including hard bop, cool jazz, bebop, and free jazz, all seamlessly blended into a cohesive and dynamic collection of tracks.

The album opens with "Presenting The McCoy Tyner Quartet," setting the stage for the enchanting "Enlightenment Suite," a three-part masterpiece recorded live at Montreux. Each part of the suite—"Genesis," "The Offering," and "Inner Glimpse"—showcases Tyner's exceptional skill and innovative approach to jazz composition and performance. The live energy from Montreux is palpable, adding an extra layer of excitement and spontaneity to these tracks.

"Presence" and "Nebula," also recorded live at Montreux, continue the album's high-energy trajectory, demonstrating Tyner's ability to captivate audiences with his virtuosic playing. The album concludes with "Walk Spirit, Talk Spirit," a fitting finale that leaves the listener with a sense of fulfillment and awe.

With a total runtime of 1 hour and 9 minutes, "Enlightenment" is a substantial and rewarding listen, offering a deep dive into the genius of McCoy Tyner. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer to his work, this album is sure to impress with its technical brilliance, emotional depth, and sheer musicality.

This 1984 Reissue 2LP set is housed in a gatefold.

Tracks

Presenting The McCoy Tyner QuartetPierre Lattes
1:19
Enlightenment Suite, Part 1: GenesisMcCoy Tyner
10:02
Enlightenment Suite, Part 2: The Offering - live at MontreuxMcCoy Tyner
3:59
Enlightenment Suite, Part 3: Inner Glimpse - live at MontreuxMcCoy Tyner
10:01
Presence - live at MontreuxMcCoy Tyner
10:32
Nebula - live at MontreuxMcCoy Tyner
9:39
Walk Spirit, Talk Spirit - live at MontreuxMcCoy Tyner
24:05

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Enlightenment
Artist: McCoy Tyner
LP release year: 1984
Album release date: 1 januari 1990
Label: Milestone
EAN: 00888072071292
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 2 piece(s)
Type: Reissue
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 9 min
Tracks: 7 tracks
Packaging: Gatefold

EAN

EAN: 00888072071292

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Spain
Genre: Jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: Yes

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Jazz Intensity Unleashed
5 out of 5 stars
Nevdzung3 October 2025United States🇺🇸
An intense jazz experience spread across two LPs. It's amazing, but you've gotta be in the right mindset for it. This ain't your laid-back, Sunday brunch kind of jazz.
Awesome Audio Quality
5 out of 5 stars
yuvye.mucjea.naen9 February 2025United Kingdom🇬🇧
Awesome audio quality with this one! Picked up a EX version yesterday and it's incredibly quiet, has fantastic dynamics, and the music is just amazing!!
Best Live Jazz Ever
5 out of 5 stars
Mce_Puzduba_Oqiok16 July 2024United States🇺🇸
Far from being just another typical Sunday jazz performance... This might just be the best live jazz album I've ever heard.
Best Live Jazz Ever
5 out of 5 stars
Fse_Jutgiqo_Otouw8 May 2024United States🇺🇸
This ain't your typical Sunday jazz brunch music... Hands down, it might just be the best live jazz album I've ever heard.
Stunning Quiet Release
5 out of 5 stars
cicru.bimfaa.yaug19 March 2024United Kingdom🇬🇧
Wow, this release sounds amazing! I received my EX copy yesterday and it's incredibly quiet, with fantastic dynamics, and the music is absolutely stunning!!