4, 5 and 6
Jackie McLean
1956Studio
- Vinyl 6
- CD 5
- Cassette
Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Jackie McLean
Jackie McLean, born in Harlem in 1932, was a prominent American alto saxophonist and jazz educator, active mainly from the 1950s to the 1970s, known for bebop, hard bop and free jazz.
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About
Jackie McLean, Hard bop alto saxophone from New York, 1950s–1970s.
Over 17 vinyl releases including Blue Note LPs ‘Jacknife’, ‘Demon’s Dance’, originals fetch up to €1,000+.
Jackie McLean contributed significantly to jazz from the 1950s onward, emerging from New York's vibrant scene. He recorded numerous albums blending bebop, hard bop, and later, elements of free jazz and modal jazz. His work mostly centered on the alto saxophone and included collaborations with major artists such as Miles Davis and Art Blakey. McLean’s extensive catalog features several releases on prestigious labels like Blue Note and Prestige, notable for their sound quality and collectible pressings. He was also an influential jazz professor in Connecticut, supporting emerging talent and African American cultural initiatives.
Collectors and audiophiles appreciate McLean’s Blue Note recordings for their advanced production and varied stylistic periods, making these albums frequen…
Discography
Jackie McLean discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Makin' the Changes
Jackie McLean
1960Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
A Fickle Sonance
Jackie McLean
1961Studio
- Vinyl 3
- CD 3
- Cassette
A Long Drink of the Blues
Jackie McLean
1961Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette
It’s Time!
Jackie McLean
1965Studio
- Vinyl 4
- CD 3
- Cassette
Right Now!
Jackie McLean
1966Studio
- Vinyl 3
- CD 3
- Cassette
New and Old Gospel
Jackie McLean
1967Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
’Bout Soul
Jackie McLean
1968Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Jacknife
Jackie McLean
1975Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 1
- Cassette
A Ghetto Lullaby
Jackie McLean
1976Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Jackie McLean Quintet
Jackie McLean
1977Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 3
- Cassette
Hipnosis
Jackie McLean
1978Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Consequence
Jackie McLean
1979Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
New York Calling
Jackie McLean
1987Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
Live at Montmartre
Jackie McLean
1989Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Rites of Passage
Jackie McLean
1991Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Jackie Mac Attack Live
Jackie McLean
1993Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Fire & Love
Jackie McLean
1997Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Fire and Love
Jackie McLean
1997Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Nature Boy
Jackie McLean
2000Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Jackie McLean
Jackie McLean
2005Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Blue Note Years
Jackie McLean
Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
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Signature songs
- 01Yams
- 02Love and Hate
- 03Kahlil the Prophet
- 04Confirmation
- 05Sentimental Journey
- 06A Ballad for Doll
- 07Greasy
- 08Melody for Melonae
Essentials
3 Jackie McLean albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1975This post-bop and hard bop album is Jackie McLean’s 1975 Blue Note release, featuring 10 tracks including ‘On The Nile’ and ‘Climax’. Original US pressings start around €26.
10 tracksStereo LPBlue Note labelReleased 1975
#2 · 1970A 1970 Blue Note album showcasing McLean's hard bop and post bop style across 6 tracks. Original US pressings are priced from about €65.
6 tracksStereo LPBlue Note labelReleased 1970
#3 · 1962This 1962 Blue Note album captures McLean’s hard bop phase with 6 tracks. Original pressings list around €92 and up.
6 tracksMono LPBlue Note labelReleased 1962
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B-side
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01Pressing
Original ‘Action’ US pressing with high collector demand
The 1967 Blue Note album ‘Action’ on catalog BST 84218 has original US LP pressings available with only 4 copies currently for sale but a want/have ratio of 2.5:1, and prices reaching over €1,000 on some listings.
02Pressing
US original pressing of ‘Demon's Dance’ from 1970
The Blue Note LP ‘Demon's Dance’ from 1970 is well represented with an original US pressing (catno BST 84345) featuring 19 copies for sale and a median price around €65.24, reflecting its collector interest.
03Recording
‘Jacknife’ is a 1975 post-bop studio album on Blue Note
Jackie McLean’s ‘Jacknife’ album released in 1975 includes 10 tracks lasting over an hour total, such as ‘On The Nile’ (12:31) and ‘Climax’ (9:18). The album blends post bop, modal, and hard bop styles.
04Label
McLean’s long-standing relationship with Blue Note
Jackie McLean recorded extensively for Blue Note from the late 1950s through the mid-1970s, benefiting from engineer Rudy Van Gelder’s work, which helped shape the sound quality for many key albums.
Blue Note offered McLean better financial and artistic support, enhancing his creative output.— Jazz Industry Insight
Jackie McLean vinyl discography
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Jackie McLean?
Jackie McLean was an American alto saxophonist and influential jazz educator active mainly during the 1950s through the 1970s.
What jazz styles did Jackie McLean play?
He proficiently played bebop, hard bop, post-bop, modal jazz, and incorporated elements of free jazz.
Which Jackie McLean albums are essential on vinyl?
Albums like ‘Jacknife’ (1975), ‘Demon's Dance’ (1970), and ‘Bluesnik’ (1962) are essential entries in his vinyl catalog.
Where are Jackie McLean's original Blue Note pressings from?
The original Blue Note albums were mostly pressed in the United States, with some highly sought after by collectors.
What makes Blue Note pressings desirable for McLean’s records in France?
Blue Note vinyls are prized for sound quality and jazz history; original pressings and remasters are sought after in the French jazz collector scene.
When was Jackie McLean active as a musician?
He was primarily active from the 1950s through the 1970s, with significant recordings and performances during these decades.
What are key features to identify a Jackie McLean original vinyl?
Look for original catalogue numbers, United States label details, and pressing information such as stereo or mono format.
How does Jackie McLean’s vinyl pricing compare today?
Prices for original pressings of key McLean albums range broadly, with some reaching over €1,000, reflecting collector demand and rarity.
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Sources & method
This profile is compiled by the vinyles.com editors from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editors.
Last updated: 04/07/2026