Groove Holmes American Pie LP Review on Groove Merchant

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Groove Merchant 1972 – GM 505

 

 

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Few Hammond organ players captured the essence of soul jazz and 
jazz-funk quite like Richard Groove Holmes. With American Pie, 
released on Groove Merchant as GM 505, Groove Holmes delivers a 
warm, groove-driven session filled with deep organ textures, funky rhythms,
 and soulful improvisation. Blending jazz sophistication with street-level 
funk energy, this album remains a favorite among rare groove
 collectors and soul jazz enthusiasts searching for classic Hammond organ sounds.
American Pie showcases Groove Holmes at the height of his creative
 powers, transforming contemporary themes into irresistible jazz-funk 
explorations. Backed by tight rhythm arrangements and infectious grooves, 
Holmes’ signature Hammond B-3 organ style creates a rich atmosphere that 
bridges soul, blues, and funk. The album perfectly reflects the evolving sound 
of early 1970s soul jazz, making it an essential listen for fans of rare groove vinyl,
 funky jazz sessions, and classic Groove Merchant recordings.
The album is considered one of Holmes’ mellow early-70s soul-jazz sessions, 
notable for the interaction between his Hammond organ and 
Larry Willis’ Fender Rhodes electric piano.

credits:

Richard groove Holmes — organ
Larry Willis — electric piano
Gerald Hubbard — guitar
Jerry Jemmott — bass
Kwasi Jayourba — congas, bongos / percussion
Recording studio/location: New York City / New York, NY
Producer: Sonny Lester
Engineer: Malcolm Addey

tracklist:

A1        American Pie    2:56
written by Don McLean
A2        St. Thomas    4:34
Written by Rollins
A3        Catherine    6:00
written by R. Groove Holmes,
A4        Fingers    5:33
written by R. Groove Holmes,
B1        It's Impossible    4:53
written by Wayne- A. Manzanero
B2        Rainy Day    6:10
written by Jimmy Van Heusen, Johnny Burke
B3        Who Can I Turn To    6:45
written by Newely,Bricusse

 

 

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