Tommy Flanagan / John Coltrane / Kenny Burrell
The Cats
Rare & Collectible Vinyl Records

1983 OJC Mono Reissue. More than just a blowing session, The Cats (New Jazz 8217) captures a rare convergence of future legends in peak form. Featuring John Coltrane, Tommy Flanagan, Kenny Burrell, and Idrees Sulieman, this 1957 date is a vital snapshot of post-bop evolution. Coltrane’s solos burn with emerging fire, Flanagan’s touch is elegant and intuitive, and Burrell weaves bluesy sophistication throughout. A must-have for serious jazz listeners, this is a session where chemistry, history, and swing align beautifully—an under appreciated gem in the canon that demands deeper recognition.