#1 · 1966
A defining Blue Note album that blends avant-garde jazz and hard bop with Young’s organ mastery, prized in mono original pressing.
6 tracksMono pressingBlue Note label1966 original
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Larry Young
Larry Young, born in 1940 in Newark, USA, was a jazz organist known for his work in hard bop, free jazz, and jazz fusion styles during the 1960s and 1970s. His career spans influential Blue Note albums and groundbreaking fusion explorations.
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About
Larry Young, Innovator of jazz organ from Newark, 1960s-70s fusion pioneer.
Over 180 vinyl releases including key Blue Note sessions; collector demand drives high prices for originals.
Larry Young's discography reflects a transition from hard bop and soul jazz to avant-garde and jazz fusion, prominently featuring the Hammond organ. Early Prestige and Blue Note releases in mono have become collectible, while later Blue Note and Perception albums highlight his evolving jazz fusion style. His recorded output includes over eleven vinyl titles spanning compilations, studio albums, and reissues.
This page tracks vinyl prices and pressing variations, highlighting original issues such as 1966's "Unity" and 1973's "Lawrence Of Newark," as well as sought-after reissues. Larry Young remains a celebrated figure for jazz enthusiasts and collectors with a significant influence evident in his recorded legacy.
Discography
Larry Young — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Resonance Records · 2016In Paris The ORTF Recordings
Studio
Blue Note · 1980Mother Ship
Studio
Arista · 1975Larry Young's Fuel
Studio
Perception Records · 1973Lawrence Of Newark
Studio
Blue Note · 1968Heaven On Earth
Studio
Blue Note · 1967Of Love And Peace
Studio
Blue Note · 1967Contrasts
Studio
Blue Note · 1966Unity
Studio
Blue Note · 1965Into Somethin'
Studio
Prestige · 1962Groove Street
Studio
Prestige · 1961Testifying
Studio
New Jazz · 1960Young Blues
Studio
Studio album
Live / EP
Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Larry Young's career.
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The Moontrane - Rudy Van Gelder 24Bit Mastering/Digital Remaster/1998
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02
Monk's Dream
Unity · 1966
03
The Moontrane
Unity · 1966
04
Plaza De Toros
Into Somethin' · 1965
05
Zoltan
Unity · 1966
06
Turn Off the Lights
Larry Young's Fuel · 1975
07
If
Unity · 1966
08
Beyond All Limits
Unity · 1966
The essentials
The 3 Larry Young albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1973
A 1973 jazz fusion album on Perception Records exploring spiritual jazz elements, collectible in original and Japanese pressings.
5 tracksStereo pressingPerception RecordsOriginal US & Japanese pressings
#3 · 1980
Late-career Blue Note album featuring avant-garde and post-bop styles with extended tracks, valued for original 1980 US pressings.
5 tracksBlue Note labelOriginal US pressing LT-1038Extended compositions
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Larry Young's experiments on the Hammond organ helped reshape the sound of 1960s jazz and fusion music.— Jazz organ expert
01Recording
"Unity" original recording and release
"Unity" was recorded and released in 1966 as a mono LP on Blue Note (cat. BLP 4221), featuring a line-up that pushed jazz organ boundaries toward post-bop and avant-garde jazz.
02Label
"Lawrence Of Newark" Japanese pressing
The Japanese pressing of "Lawrence Of Newark" from 1973 on Perception Records (cat. PCL-1004) is a notable collector’s item distinct from US originals.
03Pressing
"Mother Ship" original US pressing details
"Mother Ship" was originally released in 1980 on Blue Note (cat. LT-1038), with original US pressings currently selling between about 15.50 and 28.30 euros.
04Pressing availability
Scarce US original pressing of "Lawrence Of Newark"
The original US pressing of "Lawrence Of Newark" shows a high collector demand ratio with approximately 3.5 times more wants than copies owned, and no copies currently for sale.
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FAQ
FAQ: Larry Young on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genres did Larry Young contribute to with his organ playing?
Larry Young contributed to hard bop, post bop, free jazz, soul jazz, and jazz fusion genres through his innovative Hammond organ performances.
Which Larry Young albums are most sought after on vinyl?
Collectors highly seek original pressings of "Unity" (1966), "Lawrence Of Newark" (1973), and "Mother Ship" (1980) for their historical significance and pressing rarity.
Are there notable pressing variations of "Unity"?
Yes, "Unity" was released in original US mono pressings and later stereo versions; mono originals are more valuable among collectors.
Where was Larry Young born and when did he begin his career?
Larry Young was born in Newark, United States, in 1940 and became active as a jazz organist in the 1960s.
What is the price range for original vinyl of "Mother Ship"?
Original US pressings of "Mother Ship" from 1980 typically sell for between about 15 and 28 euros depending on condition and pressing.
Is "Lawrence Of Newark" available in Japanese vinyl pressing?
Yes, the 1973 Japanese pressing of "Lawrence Of Newark" on Perception Records is a distinct collectible pressing priced around 260 euros.
How many tracks are on the album "Unity" and what style does it represent?
"Unity" contains 6 tracks blending hard bop and avant-garde jazz, recorded in 1966 and released on Blue Note.
How is Larry Young's vinyl presence on Vinyles.com characterized?
Eleven Larry Young vinyl albums cross multiple jazz subgenres are listed on Vinyles.com, with real-time pricing and pressing details to guide collectors.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 05/07/2026