Herbie Nichols: The Prophetic Herbie Nichols Vol. 1 & 2 (LP)

Blue Note founder Alfred Lion considered pianist Herbie Nichols to be a composer as original and important as Thelonious Monk. Little known in his day, recognition has grown in recent years for Nichols' unique compositions such as "The Third World," "2300 Skidoo," and "Step Tempest," presented on "The Prophetic Herbie Nichols, Vol. 1 & Vol. 2," with Al McKibbon on bass and Art Blakey on drums. The two 10" LPs are combined here on a single 12" LP presented in a gatefold sleeve with the cover of Vol. 1 on the front, the cover of Vol. 2 on the back, and a Francis Wolff photo of Nichols and liner notes on the inside. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition was mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes and pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal.