Tippin' The Scales (LP)

"Tippin' The Scales" is a dynamic and hard-hitting album by alto saxophonist Jackie McLean. Originally released in 1962, the album features McLean's searing playing and innovative compositions, which blend elements of hard bop and avant-garde jazz. The album also features a stellar band of musicians, including trumpeter Blue Mitchell, pianist Walter Bishop Jr., bassist Paul Chambers, and drummer Art Taylor. From the propulsive energy of the title track to the haunting ballad "Appointment in Ghana," "Tippin' The Scales" is a showcase for McLean's formidable talent and his ability to push the boundaries of jazz. With its fierce intensity and virtuosic performances, "Tippin' The Scales" remains a landmark recording in the history of jazz.