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A Tribute to Lou Donaldson: The Legacy of "Alligator Bogaloo"
Introduction: On November 9, the jazz world lost an icon with the passing of Lou Donaldson, a saxophonist whose soul-infused style brought warmth, rhythm, and an unmistakable groove to jazz. Donaldson’s discography is brimming with treasures, yet “Alligator Bogaloo,” his 1967 release, stands out as a crowning achievement in blending hard bop with soul jazz. With this album, Donaldson captured…
#Alfred Lion#Alligator Bogaloo#Classic Albums#Freddie McCoy#George Benson#Idris Muhammad#Jazz History#Leo Morris#Lonnie Smith#Lou Donaldson#Melvin Lastie
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Lou Donaldson Alligator Bogaloo, 1967.
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It was an all Lou Donaldson Friday in my home office today.
#jazz#lou donaldson#alligator bogaloo#gravy train#here 'tis#Lou takes off#lush life#the natural soul#quartet quintet sextet#Afro-Cuban
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The Rhythmic Genius of Idris Muhammad: A Journey Through Jazz, Funk, and Soul
Introduction: When we think of jazz drumming, a few key players come to mind, each of whom left an indelible mark on the genre. Among these, Idris Muhammad stands out as one of the most influential, versatile, and creative drummers of the 20th century. Born Leo Morris in New Orleans eighty-five years ago today on November 13, 1939, Muhammad’s career spanned jazz, funk, and soul, where he played…
#Africa#Ahmad Jamal#Alligator Bogaloo#Beastie Boys#Bob James#Fats Domino#Freddie Hubbard#George Benson#Grant Green#Grover Washington Jr.#Idris Muhammad#Jazz Drummers#Jazz History#Journey to the One#Lonnie Smith#Lou Donaldson#Nas#Pharoah Sanders#Power of Soul#Randy Brecker#The Neville Brothers
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Lou Donaldson: The Soulful Saxophone of Hard Bop and Soul Jazz
Introduction: Lou Donaldson, known for his signature mix of bebop, hard bop, and soul jazz, has long been one of the most beloved figures in jazz history. Born ninety-eight years ago today on November 1, 1926, in Badin, North Carolina, Donaldson’s career has spanned over seven decades, during which he established himself as a leading alto saxophonist with a distinctive sound that blends blues,…
#A Night at Birdland#Alligator Bogaloo#Art Blakey#Blues Walk#Charles Earland#George Benson#Gravy Train#Here &039;Tis#Horace Silver#Hot Dog#Jack McDuff#Jazz History#Jazz Saxophonists#Jimmy Smith#Lonnie Smith#Lou Donaldson#Midnight Creeper#Ray Charles#Thelonious Monk
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