'The Unique Thelonious Monk', originally issued in 1956, was the legendary pianist's second LP for the Riverside label, with which he would have a fruitful relationship resulting in over a dozen albums. As always, Monk's genius for improvisation and interpretation of melody are on full display on this set. A fantastic early record from one of the true icons of jazz! Back in print on 180-gram wax and including a download card.