Herbie Hancock - The Prisoner (1969, 1995, Blue... -

is the seventh studio album by jazz pianist Herbie Hancock, recorded in 1969 and released in early 1970. It stands as his final project for the Blue Note label before he transitioned to Warner Bros. and later explored avant-garde fusion with his Mwandishi group. A Concept of Freedom and Tribute

: Composed by Buster Williams, representing the duality of "fire" (violence/oppression) and "water" (the calming presence of Dr. King). Herbie Hancock - The Prisoner (1969, 1995, Blue...

At the time of its release, Hancock remarked that he felt closer to his "real self" through this music than on any previous recording. Musical Direction and Personnel is the seventh studio album by jazz pianist

: A hopeful conclusion to the original LP. Notable Reissues A Concept of Freedom and Tribute : Composed

: A multi-sectioned piece inspired by Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring .

The album has seen several high-quality reissues that cater to both digital and analog collectors: