CAL TJADER The Prophet (Verve Vault Series Edition 2026 limited edition 8-track stereo LP pressed on 180-gram Black Vinyl, cut from original analog tapes by Ryan K. Smith at Sterling Sound. Recorded in New York and Los Angeles in 1968 and released the same year on Verve, The Prophet captures vibraphonist Cal Tjader at a moment of artistic expansion - blending his signature Latin jazz foundation with a more orchestrated, textural approach. Arranged and conducted byDonSebesky and produced by Esmond Edwards, the album features a refined ensemble including Joćo Donato on organ, Red Mitchell on bass, Ed Thigpen on drums and Hubert Laws on flute. Several compositions were written by Brazilian pianist Donato - among them 'Warm Song', 'Aquarius' and 'Tema Teimoso' - lending a distinctive harmonic warmth and subtle bossa nova influence to the overall character. From the breezy feel of 'Tema Teimoso' to the introspective 'The Loner' and the blues-inflected close of 'Cal's Bluedoo', the album presents a cohesive, forward-looking statement that balances melodic elegance with rhythmic sophistication. Picture sleeve with hype sticker, factory sealed).