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Natural Soul (RVG remaster edition)
CD (Item 487865) Blue Note, 1962 — Condition: Used$7.99 ...
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A pivotal record from Lou Donaldson – one that has him forging out some of his first funky soul jazz sounds, moving from his bop roots, and working with a hip young group that includes Grant Green and John Patton, both of whom he discovered and brought to Blue Note (thanks Lou!) The tracks have a tight jaunty feel – very much like those on Patton's mid 60s sides for Blue Note, with lots of room for each player to solo intently – but still a strong focus on the overall groove of the ensemble. Cover's very nice – and tracks include "Funky Mama", "Spaceman Twist", and "Nice n Greasy". CD features one bonus track too – "People Will Say We're In Love". © 1996-2025, Dusty Groove, Inc.
(BMG Direct pressing.)
(BMG Direct pressing.)
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