What makes Mean Greens by Eddie Harris notable?

This album is significant for its innovative blending of jazz and funk elements, which would later influence the jazz fusion movement. It showcased Harris's unique approach to jazz saxophone, contributing to his reputation as a pioneer in the genre and earning critical acclaim for tracks like 'Listen Here' that have since become standards. When 'Mean Greens' was released in 1967, Eddie Harris was transitioning from his earlier works into a more experimental phase. This album followed his popular 1966 release 'The Electrifying Eddie Harris', marking a period of increased creativity and exploration in his sound, particularly with the incorporation of contemporary influences.