Following the monumental success of The Sidewinder in 1964, legendary trumpeter Lee Morgan continued to solidify his place in jazz history with the 1965 release of The Gigolo. This hard bop masterpiece features a stellar lineup, including Wayne Shorter on tenor saxophone, Harold Mabern on piano, Bob Cranshaw on bass, and Billy Higgins on drums. The album is a vibrant showcase of Morgan's signature swagger and technical brilliance, with standout tracks like the groovy opener "Yes I Can, No You Can’t" and the electrifying up-tempo swinger "Speedball." This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is a must-have for jazz enthusiasts, offering an all-analog, stereo experience mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes and pressed on premium 180g vinyl at Optimal.

• Artist: Lee Morgan
• Format: Vinyl LP
• Genre: Jazz, Hard Bop
• Label: Blue Note
• Featuring: Wayne Shorter, Harold Mabern, Bob Cranshaw, Billy Higgins

• Edition: Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition
• Audio: Stereo, All-Analog
• Mastering: Kevin Gray
• Vinyl Weight: 180g

Lee Morgan (1938–1972) was a prodigious jazz trumpeter and composer, known for his fiery technique and soulful improvisations. A key figure in the hard bop movement, Morgan rose to prominence as a member of Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers before launching a successful solo career. His work on albums like The Sidewinder and The Gigolo cemented his legacy as one of the most influential trumpeters in jazz history.