"Giant Steps" marks a pivotal studio album by jazz virtuoso John Coltrane, released in February 1960 under Atlantic Records. This iconic record represented Coltrane's maiden voyage as a leader for the label, following a newly inked contract the previous year.
Renowned for its groundbreaking innovations, "Giant Steps" is hailed as one of the most influential jazz albums in history. Many of its tracks have served as foundational exercises for aspiring jazz saxophonists, solidifying its status as a timeless masterpiece. In recognition of its cultural significance, the Library of Congress selected it for inclusion in the National Recording Registry in 2004. Achieving gold record status in 2018, "Giant Steps" continues to captivate audiences with its enduring brilliance.
 
The Penguin Guide to Jazz included "Giant Steps" in its esteemed "Core Collection," lauding it as "Trane's first genuinely iconic record." Rolling Stone magazine also bestowed accolades upon the album, ranking it at number 102 on its list of The 500 Greatest Albums of All Time in 2003. Its enduring impact was reaffirmed in subsequent revised lists, earning spots at 103 in 2012 and 232 in 2020.