GEORGE COLEMAN AT YOSHI'S (180G)

Immerse yourself in a masterclass of hard bop with the premium 180-gram double-LP reissue of George Coleman At Yoshi's. Originally recorded live in August 1987 at the iconic Yoshi's jazz club in Oakland, California, this legendary session captures the master tenor saxophonist and former Miles Davis sideman performing at the absolute height of his improvisational powers.

Cut across two 180g audiophile-grade discs, this expanded version stretches out into wide grooves to ensure maximum dynamic range and minimal inner-groove distortion. For this specialized edition, the original tapes from the esteemed Theresa Records catalog were meticulously remastered by Cicely Baston at Air Mastering in London, delivering pristine instrument separation that makes you feel like you are sitting front row at the venue.

Backed by a formidable rhythm section—featuring his lifelong Memphis-born partner Harold Mabern on piano, veteran bassist Ray Drummond, and the explosive timekeeping of expatriate drummer Alvin Queen—Coleman delivers staggering solos that seamlessly blend deep blues expression with sophisticated tonal ideas. From the slow, simmering burn of the opening standards to complex 12-bar originals, this set stands as a definitive cornerstone for any serious jazz collector.