The albums that define
post-bop.
Our picks for where to start with post-bop — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top post-bop artists
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The post-bop essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Herbie Hancock
Takin' Off
A vibrant blend of hard bop and rhythmic grooves, showcasing Hancock's inventive piano work and catchy melodies.
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Chick Corea
Children's Songs
A playful yet sophisticated collection of brief, whimsical piano pieces that evoke childlike wonder.
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Herbie Hancock
Butterfly
A seamless blend of jazz-funk grooves and soulful melodies, inviting listeners to a lush auditory landscape.
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Chick Corea
The Ultimate Adventure
A sprawling, imaginative journey through avant-garde jazz landscapes that intertwines Eastern and Western musical elements.
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Sonny Rollins
Blows for LP
A vibrant blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic exploration, showcasing Rollins' deft improvisational prowess.
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Sonny Rollins
The Way I Feel
A vibrant fusion of post-bop jazz with soulful melodies and rhythmic explorations.
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John Coltrane
Wheelin' & Dealin'
An intricate tapestry of improvisation and structured melodies that showcases Coltrane's exploratory spirit.
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John Coltrane
The Cats
A vibrant interplay of modal harmonies and improvisational freedom, showcasing Coltrane's innovative spirit.
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