Lou Donaldson - Here 'Tis (RVG Edition)
ARTIST.....: Lou Donaldson
TITLE......: Here 'Tis (RVG Edition)
LABEL......: Bluenote Records
URL........: http://www.cduniverse.com/productinfo.asp?pid=7629489
RIP DATE...: Mar-21-2008
STORE DATE.: Mar-25-2008
GENRE......: Jazz
QUALITY....: VBR / 44.1Hz / Joint-Stereo
SIZE.......: 54,5 MB
Track Listing:
01 - A Foggy Day 06:34
02 - Here 'Tis 09:23
03 - Cool Blues 06:50
04 - Watusi Jump 07:30
05 - Walk Wid Me 08:34
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38:51 min
Release Notes:
Here 'Tis is in the front rank of Lou Donaldson records, an
exceptionally funky soul-jazz session that finds the saxophonist
swinging harder than usual. As he moves from hard bop to soul-
jazz, Donaldson reveals a bluesy streak to his playing while
keeping the vigorous attack that defined his best bop. Donaldson's
playing is among his finest in the soul-jazz vein, but what makes
Here 'Tis such an enjoyable session is his interaction with his
supporting trio of guitarist Grant Green, organist Baby Face
Willette, and drummer Dave Bailey. As support, all three know how
to keep a groove gritty and flexible, following Lou's lead and
working a swinging beat that keeps flowing, never growing static.
Green and Willette also have their time in the spotlight, and both
musicians are frequently stunning. Green's single-note leads are
clean and inventive; Willette is rhythmic and forceful, but also
capable of soulful, mellow leads on the slow blues. Their talent,
combined with Donaldson at a peak, results in a terrific record.