1963's Midnight Blue is considered one of the most exciting recordings of Kenny Burrell's long and impressive career. With STANLEY Turrentine's saxophone infusing every note with an intoxicating excess of soul and Ray Barretto's congas adding a Latin flavor to the blues-oriented music, Burrell heats up the mood and can be heard at his most exciting and extroverted. His soulful playing on songs like "Chitlins Con Carne", "Saturday Night Blues" and "Gee Baby Ain't I Good To You" is so emotional and shows why both BB King and Duke Ellington often cited Kenny Burrell as their favorite guitarist. This superbly recorded classic belongs in every jazz collection

Guitarist Kenny Burrell debuted with Blue Note Records in 1956 and over the next seven years recorded a series of outstanding albums for the label, culminating in his masterpiece "Midnight Blue."

Recorded in 1963, the album wades deep into the blues and conjures a seductive late-night vibe with a deeply soulful lineup that includes tenor saxophonist STANLEY Turrentine, bassist Major Holley, Jr., drummer Bill English and Ray Barretto on congas.

Burrell originals like "Chitlins con Carne," "Midnight Blue," "Saturday Night Blues" and the stunning solo guitar track "Soul Lament" set the tone for this timeless classic, adorned by one of the greatest Reid-Miles cover designs of all time.

This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is completely analog, mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal