Lee Morgan - Lee Morgan Plays Benny Golson

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Review by Marie Louise Verschuuren

Lee Morgan Plays Benny Golson: A Hard Bop Punch to the Gut Alright, let’s get this straight—this ain’t your grandma’s smooth jazz playlist. Lee Morgan Plays Benny Golson is a raw, unfiltered shot of hard bop adrenaline straight from Italy in 2010. Yeah, you heard that right. Italy. Compiled by Luca Conti for Musica Jazz, this album feels like someone took all the grit and fire of classic jazz and shoved it into one explosive package. And trust me, it hits different. First up, “Hasaan’s Dream.” Damn, this track grabs you by the throat and doesn’t let go. It’s moody, unpredictable, and kinda sounds like a fever dream dipped in brass. The way Lee Morgan blows his horn here? Pure chaos—but the good kind. Like when you’re arguing with someone and suddenly realize they’re actually kinda right. That trumpet solo spirals out of control but somehow lands perfectly on its feet. You’ll remember this one because it’s got teeth, man. Teeth! Then there’s “Whisper Not,” which flips the vibe entirely. This tune sneaks up on ya, real quiet-like, before exploding into something smooth yet sharp enough to cut glass. Benny Golson wrote some killer compositions, and Morgan nails this one like he was born to play it. The rhythm section locks in so tight it feels like they’re daring you to find a flaw. Spoiler alert: you won’t. Every note drips with swagger, making it impossible not to nod along even if you’re just sitting at your desk pretending to work. Now, sure, tracks like “I Remember Clifford” tug at the heartstrings in typical jazz fashion, but what makes this album stand out is how alive it feels. Like these cats weren’t just playing music—they were throwing punches, spilling drinks, and laughing loud while doing it. There’s no polish here, just raw talent flexing its muscles. Here’s the kicker though: why the hell did this come out in 2010? These recordings sound like they belong in a smoky club back in the ‘60s. Maybe that’s part of the charm—or maybe it’s proof that great jazz never really ages; it just waits for the right ears to stumble upon it. Either way, Lee Morgan Plays Benny Golson is less of an album and more of a dare. Can you handle it?

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Artist: Lee Morgan
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TrackDurationPreview
I Remember Clifford7:06
Mesabi Chant6:08
Where I Am5:46
Domingo9:19
Hasaan's Dream8:42
Just By Myself9:23
Whisper Not7:17
Slightly Hep6:27
Latin Hangover6:41
Tempo de Waltz6:22
City Light5:43

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Catalog Numbers

MJCD 1221

Labels

Musica Jazz

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Formats

  • CD
  • Album
  • Compilation

Credits

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Compiled ByLuca Conti

Notes

Not for sale , only available with Musica Jazz magazine n.2/2010

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About Lee Morgan

Lee Morgan (born July 10, 1938, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA - died February 19, 1972, New York City, New York, USA) was an American jazz trumpeter, mainly associated with hard bop. He is known for his work with , , and , as well as his 1963 album "The Sidewinder". He was fatally shot in 1972.

Real Name

    • Edward Lee Morgan

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  • Lee Morgen
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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The album *Lee Morgan Plays Benny Golson* is a hidden gem for jazz fans. It came out in 2010, but here's the twist—it wasn’t made in the U.S., where jazz was born. Instead, it was released in Italy by the label Musica Jazz. The compilation was put together by Luca Conti, who clearly had an ear for great music. Fun fact: it includes tracks like "I Remember Clifford," a heartfelt tribute to Clifford Brown, another jazz legend. So, it’s not just an album—it’s kind of a bridge between two countries and two musical giants.