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Hard bop releases, week 44

· 6 releases

This week's hard bop releases highlight enduring legacies and fresh explorations across the genre. Jason Miles pays tribute to Miles Davis, while Herbie Hancock reflects on the unexpected inspiration behind one of jazz's most iconic tracks. A documentary on Marcus Belgrave premieres November 13, and new interpretations of Thelonious Monk emerge from Max Roach, Leon Thomas, and Wynton Marsalis. Christian McBride launches his new ensemble Ursa Major with a debut release, continuing the tradition of innovation within hard bop.

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