Ahmad Jamal - Poinciana

A cornerstone of any serious jazz collection, Poinciana is the album that made Ahmad Jamal a household name. While the original release date for the live recording on the album is in 1958, it was re-released in 1963 with the famous cover. It is celebrated for its title track, which became an iconic jazz standard. The album showcases Jamal's distinctive style—his use of space, rhythmic precision, and intricate melodic ideas. This record had a huge influence on the next generation of jazz musicians, including Miles Davis, and its cool, sophisticated sound is as fresh today as it was over half a century ago. For collectors, an original pressing is a must-have for its historical significance and incredible sound quality. Find this and other seminal jazz records at CrossFaderLA.com.

• Sampled in: The track "Poinciana" was notably sampled by Common in his song "The Light."