Pharoah Sanders' seminal 1974 album Elevation, a cornerstone of spiritual jazz, receives a stunning all-analog reissue on 180-gram vinyl via the prestigious Verve Vault Series, set for release on March 13, 2026. Originally recorded in 1973 across live performances at Los Angeles' Ash Grove and a studio session, this Impulse! masterpiece captures Sanders at the peak of his transcendent powers, blending ecstatic saxophone improvisation with modal grooves and profound cultural resonance. 

Produced by Ed Michel, Elevation showcases Sanders' tenor saxophone alongside a stellar ensemble; pianist Joe Bonner (or Joe Henderson in some contexts), bassist John Heard or Calvin Hill, drummer Michael Carvin, vocalist Leon Thomas on the opener "Greeting to Saud (Brother McCoy)," violinist Michael White, and percussionist Kenneth Nash. Tracks like the meditative title cut, "The Gathering," and "Ore-Se-Rere (Nigerian Juju)" weave chant-like melodies, circular rhythms, and immersive textures, bridging Sanders' raw free-jazz fire with spacious, soul-stirring exploration—marking a fitting finale to his Impulse! era.

Mastered by Ryan K. Smith from original analog tapes and pressed at Optimal Media, this Verve Vault edition delivers unparalleled fidelity and meticulous packaging, honoring Sanders' legacy as a philosopher of sound. From his early days with John Coltrane on A Love Supreme to late-career triumphs like Promises (2021), Sanders revolutionized jazz with spiritual depth and virtuosity.