Jimmy McGriff – A Thing To Come By (Solid State SS 18060)

Jimmy McGriff – A Thing To Come By | Solid State SS 18060

Solid State Records 1969 ‎– SS 18060

notes:

A Thing To Come By captures Jimmy McGriff at an important 
point in his career. His Hammond organ remains firmly rooted 
in blues and soul, while the horn arrangements give the album 
a broader jazz-funk character. AllMusic describes the record as 
a blend of soul jazz, jazz blues, hard bop and jazz-funk, 
highlighting McGriff’s collaboration with Fats Theus, Larry Frazier
 and guest trumpeter Blue Mitchell.

The album also contains McGriff originals alongside distinctive
 interpretations of “Oh Happy Day” and Aretha Franklin’s
 “Don’t Let Me Lose This Dream.” A contemporary Billboard review
 praised the LP for its rolling, blues-filled sound and driving jazz approach.

For collectors, the original Solid State SS 18060 LP is an important 
entry in McGriff’s Solid State catalogue and a 
strong example of late-1960s organ-led soul jazz.

credits:

Jimmy McGriff – organ, piano
Arthur “Fats” Theus – tenor saxophone / electric tenor saxophone
Danny Turner – alto saxophone
Bob Ashton – baritone saxophone
Larry Frazier – guitar
Jesse Kilpatrick Jr. – drums
Electric bass – musician not firmly identified in the available session documentation

Recorded    June 17 & 18, 1969 in New York City
Producer    Sonny Lester

tracklist:

Written-By – J. McGriff* (tracks: A1 to A3, B3, B4)

A1        A Thing To Come By    3:55
A2        Charlotte    4:30
A3        Down Home On The Moon    10:02
B1        Oh Happy Day
Written-By – E. Hawkins*
3:13
B2        Don't Let Me Lose This Dream
Written-By – A. Franklin*, T. White*
5:20
B3        Up There, Down Here    3:00
B4        A Thing To Come By - Part II    4:47

 

 

 

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Jimmy McGriff – I've Got A Woman Sue LP 1012

 

 

 

 

Jimmy McGriff – I've Got A Woman  Sue LP 1012

 

 

 

 

Sue Records Inc. 1962  LP 1012

notes:

I've Got A Woman is Jimmy McGriff's debut album for Sue Records
 and one of the defining early recordings of his Hammond-organ style.
 The album grew out of McGriff's instrumental soul-jazz treatment
 of Ray Charles' “I've Got A Woman,” which had first 
appeared as a successful single.

The recording features McGriff in a stripped-down trio with Morris Dow 
on guitar and Jackie Mills on drums. The combination of Hammond organ,
 guitar and drums gives the record its powerful blues, 
gospel and R&B character.

The LP combines standards with McGriff originals, including
 “All About My Girl” and “M.G. Blues.” Other highlights include “
On the Street Where You Live,” “Satin Doll,” “'Round Midnight,” 
“After Hours,” “Flying Home” and “The Sermon.”

credits:

    Jimmy McGriff – organ
    Morris Dow – guitar
    Jackie Mills – drums
Engineer Irving Greenbaum
Producer Juggy Murray
Recorded    1962
Studio    New York City, NY

tracklist:

A1 I've Got A Woman
Composed By  Ray Charles 4:34    
A2 On The Street Where You Live
Composed By  Lerner-Lowe* 3:54    
A3 Satin Doll
Composed By  Duke Ellington 2:20    
A4 'Round Midnight
Composed By  Thelonious Monk 5:43    
A5 All About My Girl
Composed By  Jimmy McGriff 3:54    
B1 M.G. Blues
Composed By  Jimmy McGriff 4:56    
B2 Thats The Way I Feel
Composed By  Jimmy McGriff 2:17    
B3 After Hours
Composed By  Avery Parrish6:02    
B4 Flying Home
Composed By  Lionel Hampton 4:00    
B5 Sermon
Composed By Jimmy Smith 5:08

 

 

 

 

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Morris Nanton – Soul Fingers (Prestige PRST 7467, 1967)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Morris Nanton – Soul Fingers | Prestige PRST 7467

 

 

 

 

Prestige records 1967 ‎– PRST 7467

 

 

 notes:

Soul Fingers captures Morris Nanton at the intersection 
of soul jazz, hard bop and Latin-inflected grooves. 
His relaxed but highly rhythmic piano is supported by the
 long-standing partnership of bassist Norman Edge and 
drummer Al Beldini, with Johnny Murray Jr.'s congas 
adding extra drive. The unusual appearance of 
Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers on “Troubles Of The World”
 gives the opening track an especially distinctive Latin-soul character.
 Contemporary DownBeat praised the trio while 
noting the contrasting effect of Pucho's appearance.

credits:

Morris Nanton – piano
Norman Edge – bass
Al Beldini – drums
Johnny Murray Jr. – congas
Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers – additional percussion/
band personnel on “Troubles Of The World” only

Recorded: May 13, 1965 – Van Gelder Studio, 
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Producer: Cal Lampley
Recording engineer: Rudy Van Gelder

tracklist:

A1        Troubles Of The World
Backing Band – Pucho & The Latin Soul Brothers*
Written-By – Douglas*
    2:15
A2        The Shadow Of Your Smile
Written-By – Mandel*, Webster*
    4:17
A3        Georgia
Written-By – Carmichael*
    6:00
A4        Fly Me To The Moon
Written-By – Howard*
    5:21
A5        I'll Remember April
Written-By – Raye*, De Paul*
    4:32
B1        Whistle Stop
Written-By – Morris Nanton
    2:30
B2        The Summer Wind
Written-By – Bradtke*, Mercer*
    4:05
B3        L-O-V-E
Written-By – Kaempfert*, Gabler*
    2:35
B4        The Lamp Is Low
Written-By – Ravel*
    3:15
B5        Soul Fingers
Written-By – De Coteaux*
    8:39

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Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers – Saffron & Soul (Prestige PR 7502)

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers – Saffron & Soul  

Prestige records 1967 ‎ ‎– PRST 7502

notes:

Pucho & His Latin Soul Brothers' Saffron & Soul is one of 
the distinctive Latin soul and soul-jazz recordings from 
Prestige's mid-1960s catalogue. Led by timbales player 
Henry "Pucho" Brown, the group combined Afro-Cuban 
percussion with jazz, soul, pop and R&B influences, 
creating a hard-grooving sound that later attracted 
attention from the acid-jazz scene.

The session features Pucho on timbales with Vincent McEwan 
on trumpet, Claude Bartee and Harold Alexander on tenor saxophone,
Alexander also contributing flute, William Bivens on vibraphone, 
John Spruill on piano and arrangements, James Phillips on bass,
 William Curtis on drums, Richard Landrum on congas and 
Norberto Apellaniz on bongos.

credits:

Henry “Pucho” Brown    Timbales, leader
Vincent McEwan    Trumpet
Claude Bartee    Tenor saxophone
Harold Alexander    Tenor saxophone, flute
William “Willie” Bivens    Vibraphone
John Spruill    Piano, arranger
James Phillips    Bass
William Curtis    Drums
Richard Landrum    Congas
Norberto Apellaniz    Bongos

Recorded: November 8–10, 1966
Studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
Recording engineer: Rudy Van Gelder
Producer: Cal Lampley
Arranger: John Spruill

tracklist:

A1        Aye Ma Ma
Written-By – Pucho*
3:25
A2        Reach Out, I'll Be There
Written-By – Dozier / Holland / Holland*
4:15
A3        Soul Yamie
Written-By – Bivens*
3:15
A4        Alfie
Written-By – David / Bacharach*
6:20
B1        What A Piece
Written-By – Douglas*
1:50
B2        Early Autumn
Written-By – Mercer*, Burns*, Herman*
3:35
B3        Something Black
Written-By – Phillips*
4:25
B4        The Groover
Written-By – McEwan*
3:15
B5        Caravan
Written-By – Ellington*, Mills*, Trizol*
4:20

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Byrdie Green – I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good) | Prestige PRST 7509

Byrdie Green – I Got It Bad | Prestige PRST 7509

Prestige records 1967 ‎– PRST 7509

notes:

Byrdie Green’s I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good) is a 
soulful 1967 Prestige Records vocal album that brings 
together Green’s powerful blues-inflected voice 
with a superb jazz backing group led 
by organist Johnny “Hammond” Smith.

Recorded at Van Gelder Studio in Englewood Cliffs, 
New Jersey, on April 20, 1967, the album features 
Houston Person on tenor saxophone, Thornel Schwartz
 on guitar, Jimmy Lewis on Fender bass, and 
John Harris on drums. Ralph Jones is credited as arranger.

Released as Prestige PRST 7509, the LP contains ten tracks 
ranging from blues and soul material to sophisticated pop 
standards, including “See See Rider,” “I Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good),” 
“Cry Me a River,” “This Bitter Earth,” and “People.”

Green’s deep, expressive contralto places the album at the 
crossroads of jazz, blues and soul, making I Got It Bad an 
especially interesting record for collectors of rare vocal jazz, 
soul jazz and vintage Prestige vinyl.

credits:

Byrdie Green – vocals
Johnny “Hammond” Smith – organ
Houston Person – tenor saxophone
Thornel Schwartz – guitar
Jimmy Lewis – Fender bass
John Harris – drums

Arranger: Ralph Jones

Recording date: April 20, 1967
Recording studio: Van Gelder Studio, Englewood Cliffs, 
New Jersey, USA
Engineer: Rudy Van Gelder
Released: 1967

trackslist:

A1     See See Rider
Written-By – Ledbetter*, Rainey*
A2     I Got It Bad (And That Ain't Good)
Written-By – Ellington*, Webster*
A3     Yesterday's Kisses
Written-By – Bruno*, Bruno*
A4     The Poor Side Of Town
Written-By – Rivers*, Adler*
B1     (I've Been) Lonely Too Long
Written-By – Brigati*, Cavaliere*
B2     I Had A Man        
B3         Hold On To Him        
B4     This Bitter Earth
Written-By – Otis*
B5 People

Written-By – Styne, Merrill

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Baby Face Willette – Face To Face (Blue Note BLP 4068)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Baby Face Willette – Face To Face (Blue Note BLP 4068): Soul Jazz Masterpiece on Vinyl 

 

 

 

 

Blue Note records 1960  – BLP 4068

 

 

notes:

 

 Face To Face is the remarkable Blue Note debut by Baby Face Willette,
 one of the finest Hammond B-3 organists of the early 1960s. 
Recorded at the legendary Van Gelder Studio, the album combines
 gospel feeling, blues intensity and hard bop sophistication. 
Supported by guitarist Grant Green and drummer Ben Dixon, 
Willette delivers one of Blue Note's most soulful organ sessions,
 making this LP a cornerstone of the soul jazz movement.
his was Baby Face Willette's debut album as a leader for Blue Note. 
Recorded just two days after Grant Green's debut session 
(Grant's First Stand), the album reunites Willette, Green, 
and Ben Dixon, with tenor saxophonist Fred Jackson added to create
 a powerful soul-jazz quartet. The session is regarded as one of the 
defining early Hammond organ recordings on Blue Note and helped 
establish the label's signature soul-jazz sound of the early 1960s.

Credits:
Recording Date:

January 30, 1961
Recording Studio
Van Gelder Studio
Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, USA
Recording Engineer: Rudy Van Gelder

Personnel (Line-up)

Baby Face Willette – Hammond B-3 organ
Fred Jackson – tenor saxophone
Grant Green – guitar
Ben Dixon – drums
Production!

trackslist:

written by "baby face " Willette 

A1        Swingin' At Sugar Ray's    6:35
A2        Goin' Down    7:24
A3        Whatever Lola Wants
Written By [Miscredited] – Frank Loesser
Written-By [Uncredited] – Jerry Ross (2), Richard Adler
    7:21
B1        Face To Face    6:17
B2        Somethin' Strange    6:42
B3        High 'N' Low    7:07

 

 

 

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Baby Face Willette – Mo' Rock Argo DJLP-739 Soul Jazz

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Baby Face Willette – Mo' Rock (Argo DJLP-739): Classic 1964 Soul Jazz Hammond Groove

 

 

 

 

Argo records 1964 – DJLP-739

notes:

Following his acclaimed Blue Note recordings, organist 
Baby Face Willette returned in 1964 with Mo' Rock, a 
deeply soulful Hammond organ session for Argo Records. 
Recorded in Chicago, the album blends gospel, blues,
 hard bop and soul jazz into an expressive organ trio
 performance that reflects Willette's unmistakable musical voice.
Backed by guitarist Ben White and drummer Eugene Bass,
 Willette delivers an energetic collection of original compositions 
alongside inspired interpretations of standards including
 "But Not for Me" and "Misty." The title track and "Zip Five" 
showcase his powerful Hammond B-3 sound, while 
"Bantu Penda" and "Sight in Darkness" reveal the trio's 
blues-infused improvisational chemistry.
Although often overshadowed by his Blue Note masterpieces,
 Mo' Rock remains an essential recording for collectors of 
soul jazz and vintage Hammond organ music. Its warm 
Chicago groove, gospel roots and swinging performances
 make it one of the hidden gems of the Argo catalog.

credits:

Line-up / Musicians
Baby Face Willette – Hammond organ
Ben White – guitar
Eugene Bass – drums
Recording Dates
February 4, 1964
March 17, 1964
Recording Studio
Ter Mar Recording Studio
Chicago, Illinois
Engineer – Ron Malo
Producer
Esmond Edwards

track list:

A1        Mo-Roc
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    4:45
A2        Bantu Penda
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    5:20
A3        Dad's Theme
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    5:27
A4        But Not For Me
Written By – George & Ira Gershwin
    4:10
B1        Misty
Lyrics By – Johnny Burke
Music By – Erroll Garner
    3:50
B2        Unseen And Unknown
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    4:15
B3        Zip Five
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    5:16
B4        Sight In Darkness
Written By – Roosevelt Willette
    5:05

 

 

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Baby Face Willette – Behind The 8 Ball Argo DJLP-749

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Baby Face Willette – Behind The 8 Ball (Argo Records DJLP-749): Rare Soul Jazz Hammond Organ Masterpiece

 

 

 

 

 

Argo records 1964   – DJLP-749

 

 

 notes:

Behind The 8 Ball was Baby Face Willette's final album as a leader.
 Unlike his earlier Blue Note recordings featuring larger ensembles,
 this session is built around his working Chicago trio, emphasizing 
gospel-infused soul jazz and blues. The only additional musician is
 Gene Barge, a prominent Chess/Argo session saxophonist, who guests
 on the traditional gospel tune "Amen." The album was recorded 
at Chess Records' own Ter Mar Recording Studio in Chicago,
 where many classic Argo and Chess jazz and blues sessions were produced.

credits:

Personnel (Line-up)
Baby Face Willette – Hammond organ
Ben White – guitar
Jerold Donavon – drums
Gene Barge – alto saxophone (appears only on Track 3, "Amen")
Recording Session
Date: November 30, 1964
Studio: Ter Mar Recording Studio
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Producer: Esmond Edwards
Recording Engineer: Not officially credited on the original LP

Tracklist:

A1        Behind The 8 Ball
Written-By – Roosevelt Willette
    2:20
A2        Song Of The Universe
Written-By – Roosevelt Willette
    7:03
A3        Amen
Arranged By – Roosevelt Willette
    2:32
A4        Tacos Joe
Written-By – Bennie White
    3:12
B1        Roll 'Em Pete
Written-By – Joe Turner*, Pete Johnson
    2:57
B2        Just A Closer Walk
Written-By – Roosevelt Willette
    6:55
B3        St. James Infirmary
Written-By – Joe Primrose
    2:22
B4        Sinnin' Sam
Written-By – Nesbert Hooper
    4:25

 

 

 

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Jimmy McGriff Live Where The Action's At Veep LP

Jimmy McGriff – Live Where The Action's At (Veep VPS 16515) | Rare Soul Jazz LP Review

Veep Records  1965     VPS 16515

notes:

Jimmy McGriff – Live Where The Action's At (Veep Records VPS 16515)
 is a dynamic live soul jazz album that captures the legendary 
Hammond B-3 organist at the peak of his powers. Blending blues, gospel, 
R&B and hard-grooving jazz, the record showcases McGriff's infectious 
rhythms, soulful improvisation and the electrifying atmosphere that made 
him one of the greatest jazz organists of his era. Today, this Veep Records 
release remains a highly desirable collectible among 
soul jazz enthusiasts and vintage vinyl collectors.

credits:

Line-up / Personnel
Jimmy McGriff – Hammond organ
Thornel Schwartz – guitar
Willie "Saint" Jenkins – drums
Recording Date
December 30, 1965
Recording Venue / Studio
Recorded live at The Front Bar, Newark, New Jersey, USA (not a recording studio).
Producer
Sonny Lester

tracklist:

A1        Where It's At    4:32
A2        When Johnny Comes Marching Home
Arranged By – J. McGriff*
4:00
A3        Up Tight
Written By – Cosby-Moy-Judkins
5:48
A4        Frugal Bugle    6:28
B1        Upper Ground    5:00
B2        Georgia On My Mind
Written-By – H. Carmichael*, S. Gorrell*
5:40
B3        Goin' Out Of My Head
Written-By – B. Weinstein*, T. Randazzo*
3:58
B4        Robbins Nest
Written By – I. Jacquet
Written-By – Sir Charles Thompson
5:08

Written-By – J. McGriff* (pistes : A1, A4, B1)

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Ramsey Lewis – Dancing In The Street (Cadet LPS 794)

Ramsey Lewis – Dancing In The Street (Cadet Records LPS 794)

Cadet Records 1967 – LPS 794

 notes:

Released by Cadet Records as LPS 794, Dancing In The Street
 finds Ramsey Lewis and his celebrated trio transforming 
contemporary soul and pop hits into sophisticated soul jazz. 
Featuring elegant piano work, infectious grooves, and 
memorable melodies, the album captures the crossover 
sound that made Ramsey Lewis one of 
the most successful jazz artists of the 1960s.

Following the commercial success of The "In" Crowd, Lewis 
continued to bridge jazz and popular music with inventive 
arrangements that appealed to both jazz enthusiasts and 
mainstream audiences. The trio's dynamic interplay, subtle 
improvisation, and rhythmic precision make
 Dancing In The Street an essential entry in the Cadet catalog.
The album includes jazz interpretations of contemporary classics,
 blending soulful rhythms, blues influences, and polished production.
 It remains highly regarded by collectors of vintage jazz and soul LPs.

credits:

Ramsey Lewis – piano
Cleveland Eaton – bass
Maurice White – drums
Esmond Edwards – producer

Recorded :

July 3-9, 1967    Live At Basin Street West, San Flancisco, CA
Engineer – Wally Heider

tracklist:

A1        Dancing In The Street
Written-By – Marvin Gaye, William Stevenson
5:03
A2        Mood For Mendes
Written-By – Bill Taylor*
2:57
A3        Struttin' Lightly
Written-By – Cleveland Eaton
4:45
A4        You Don't Know Me
Written-By – Walker*, Arnold*
4:37
A5        Django
Written-By – John Lewis (2)
4:40
        "Black Orpheus" Medley    (8:23)
B1a        Felicidade
Written-By – Antonio Carlos Jobim, Vinicius DeMoraes*
B1b        Manha De Carnaval
Written-By – Luiz Bonfa*
B1c        Samba De Orpheus
Written-By – Luiz Bonfa*, A. Maria*
B2        What Now My Love
Written-By – Carl Sigman, Gilbert Becaud*
5:18
B3        Quiet Nights (Corcovado)
Written-By – Antonio Carlos Jobim, Gene Lees
3:22

 

 

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Ramsey Lewis Trio – Hang On Ramsey! (Cadet Records LPS 761)

Ramsey Lewis Trio – Hang On Ramsey! (Cadet LPS 761)

Cadet Records 1965 – LPS 761

notes:

Released in 1965 on Cadet Records, Hang On Ramsey! 
captures the Ramsey Lewis Trio at the height of its 
popularity. Following the international success of 
The "In" Crowd, the trio continued blending sophisticated
 jazz with infectious soul grooves, gospel influences,
 and accessible pop melodies.
Featuring Ramsey Lewis' expressive piano, Eldee Young's 
melodic bass, and Red Holt's dynamic drumming, the album 
offers energetic interpretations of contemporary hits 
alongside tasteful originals. It remains one of the finest 
examples of mid-1960s soul jazz and an 
essential collectible for jazz and vinyl enthusiasts.

credits:

Line-up / Musicians
Ramsey Lewis – piano
Eldee Young – bass
Isaac "Redd" Holt – drums
Recording Date
October 14–17, 1965
Recording Venue / Studio

Unlike a studio album, Hang On Ramsey! was recorded live in concert at:

The Lighthouse Café
Hermosa Beach, California, USA
Production Credits
Producer: Esmond Edwards
Recording Engineer: Reice Hamel

tracklist:

A1 A Hard Day's Night
Written-By – John Lennon & Paul McCartney*    
A2 All My Love Belong To You
Written-By – Sol Winkler, Teddy Powell    
A3 He's A Real Gone Guy
Written-By – Nellie Lutcher    
A4 And I Love Her
Written-By – John Lennon & Paul McCartney*
A5 Movin' Easy
Written-By – Ramsey Lewis    
B1 Billy Boy / Hi-Heel Sneakers
Arranged By [Billy Boy] – Ramsey Lewis
Written-by [Hi-heel Sneakers] – Robert Higgenbotham*    
B2 The More I See You
Written-By – Harry Warren (2), Mack Gordon    
B3 Satin Doll
Written-By – Duke Ellington    
B4 Hang On Sloopy
Written-By – Bert Russell, Wes Farrell

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The Ramsey Lewis Trio – Stretching Out (Argo LP 665)

The Ramsey Lewis Trio – Stretching Out (Argo LP 665, 1960) | Review, Musicians & Rare Jazz Vinyl

Argo Records 1960  ‎– LP 665

 

 

 notes:

Released in 1960 on Argo Records as LP 665, The Ramsey Lewis Trio
 – Stretching Out captures the young Chicago trio at the beginning 
of its remarkable career. Blending hard bop, blues and gospel influences
 with Ramsey Lewis' lyrical piano style, the album features bassist 
Eldee Young and drummer Isaac "Red" Holt. This article explores 
the complete track listing, recording session, musicians, historical 
background and the collectible value of this early Argo Records jazz LP.

credits:

Arranged By – Ramsey Lewis (tracks: A1, B1)
Bass – Eldee Young
Drums – Red Holt
Piano – Ramsey Lewis
Producer [Supervision] – Jack Tracy

Recorded February 23 and 24, 1960 at 
Ter-Mar Recording Studios, Chicago.
Engineer – Ron Malo

Producer – Jack Tracy

tracklist:

A1        Little Liza Jane
Arranged By – Lewis*
    3:08
A2        This Is My Night To Dream
Written-By – Monaco*, Burke*
    2:30
A3        Scarlet Ribbons
Written-By – Danzig*, Segal*
    3:25
A4        Here 'Tis
Written-By – Young*, Lewis*, Holt*
    2:46
A5        My Ship
Written-By – Gershwin*, Weill*
    4:06
B1        Put Your Little Foot Right Out
Arranged By – Lewis*
    2:53
B2        Solo Para Ti
Written-By – Young*, Lewis*, Holt*
    2:45
B3        These Foolish Things
Written-By – Maschwitz*, Link*, Strachey*
    3:30
B4        When The Spirit Moves You
Written-By – Young*, Lewis*, Holt*
    3:36
B5        A Portrait Of Jennie
Written-By – Burdge*, Robinson*
    2:25

 

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The Ramsey Lewis Trio – Another Voyage (Cadet Records LPS-827, 1969

The Ramsey Lewis Trio – Another Voyage (1969 Cadet LPS-827) Review & Vinyl Guide

Cadet Records 1969 ‎– LPS-827

 

 notes:

Released in 1969 on Cadet Records (LPS-827), Another Voyage captures 
The Ramsey Lewis Trio during one of its most adventurous musical 
periods. Blending soul jazz, jazz-funk, gospel influences and contemporary
 grooves, the album reflects the trio's transition toward a more electric
 sound while maintaining the sophisticated piano style that made 
Ramsey Lewis one of jazz's most popular artists.

Recorded for Chess Records' Cadet label, the album features imaginative 
arrangements, strong rhythmic interplay and the elegant melodic touch 
that became Ramsey Lewis' trademark throughout the late 1960s.

Following the enormous success of The In Crowd and several 
best-selling Cadet releases, Another Voyage continued Lewis' exploration
 of modern jazz fused with soul and R&B influences, 
anticipating the jazz-funk movement of the early 1970s.

Crédits

    Bass – Cleveland Eaton
    Guitar – Phil Upchurch (tracks: A2, A5, B1)
    Kalimba – Maurice White (tracks: B3)
    Percussion – Maurice White
    Producer, Piano – Ramsey Lewis
   
Recorded 1969 at Ter-Mar Studios, Chicago:   10,12,13 and May 14

Engineer – Stu Black

tracklist:

A1 If You've Got It, Flaunt It (Part I)
Written-By – Eaton*, White*, Lewis*
A2 Wanderin' Rose
Written-By – Neal Creque
A3 How Beautiful Is Spring
Written-By – E. Harris*
A4 Do What You Wanna
Written-By – Ramsey Lewis
A5 My Cherie Amour
Written-By – Cosby*, Wonder*, Moy*
B1 Bold And Black
Written-By – E. Harris*
B2 Opus V
Written-By – Charles Stepney
B3 Uhuru
Written-By – Eaton*, White*
B4 Cecile
Written-By – Cleveland Eaton
B5 If You've Got It, Flaunt It (Part II)
Written-By – Eaton*, White*, Lewis*

 

 

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Jackie Ivory – Soul Discovery (ATCO SD 33-178)

Jackie Ivory – Soul Discovery (ATCO SD 33-178)  Rare 1965 Soul LP Review

Atco Records ‎1965 – SD 33 178

notes:

Released by ATCO Records in 1965, Jackie Ivory – Soul Discovery
 is one of the lesser-known but highly desirable soul LPs of 
the mid-1960s. Combining deep Southern soul, rhythm & blues, 
and gospel-infused vocals, the album showcases Ivory's powerful
 voice and emotional delivery during the golden age of American soul music.
Although overshadowed by larger ATCO stars, Soul Discovery has 
become a favorite among collectors seeking overlooked gems from 
the classic soul era. Original mono and stereo pressings 
remain scarce and increasingly sought after.

credits:

Drums – Bill Nicks
Organ – Jackie Ivory
Tenor Saxophone – Paul Renfro

Recorded in Chicago at Univerdal Recording Corporation
Engineer Murray R. Allen

tracklist:

A1        High Heel Sneakers
Written-By – Robert Higginbotham
A2        Freddy The Freeloader
Written-By – Miles Davis
A3        So What
Written-By – Miles Davis
A4        I Left My Heart In San Francisco
Written-By – Douglass Cross, George Corey*
A5        The Monkey Woman
Written-By – Grant Ivory
B1        Lonely Avenue
Written-By – Doc Pomus
B2        Do It To Death
Written-By – Grant Ivory
B3        Sister Sadie
Written-By – Horace Silver
B4        Thank Heaven
Written-By – Grant Ivory

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Willie Mitchell – Soul Bag (Hi Records SHL 32050)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Willie Mitchell Soul Bag – Hi Records SHL 32050 Review 

 

 

 

 

Hi Records 1968/69   SHL 32050

 

 

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Willie Mitchell – Soul Bag: Memphis Soul Jazz at Its Finest

Few instrumental albums capture the unmistakable sound 
of Memphis quite like Willie Mitchell's Soul Bag. Released 
on Hi Records SHL 32050, this outstanding LP finds the
celebrated saxophonist, arranger, producer, and future 
architect of the legendary Hi Records sound delivering a
n irresistible blend of soul, jazz, blues, and rhythm & blues.

Long before producing Al Green's greatest recordings, 
Willie Mitchell had already established himself as one of 
Memphis' most sophisticated bandleaders. Soul Bag perfectly
 demonstrates his gift for combining polished horn arrangements, 
infectious grooves, and tasteful improvisation.

Supported by some of Memphis' finest studio musicians, 
Mitchell creates a warm, elegant instrumental album that 
bridges the worlds of jazz clubs and soul dance floors.

credits:

Recording studio:
Although Hi Records did not print recording details on 
the original LP, Soul Bag was almost certainly recorded at:
Royal Recording Studios (Hi Recording Studio)
1320 South Lauderdale Street, Memphis, Tennessee

By 1969, Willie Mitchell was producing virtually all of 
his own Hi Records sessions there, and Royal Studios 
had become the home of the distinctive Hi instrumental sound.

Recording period: Most likely late 1968 to early 1969
Engineer: Probably Willie Mitchell (no engineer is credited on the original LP)
Arrangements: Willie Mitchell
Producer: Willie Mitchell
Supervised by: Joe Cuoghi

Leader

Willie Mitchell – trumpet, bandleader, arrangements

Rhythm Section

Teenie Hodges – guitar
Leroy Hodges – bass
Charles Hodges – organ, piano
Howard Grimes – drums

Additional musicians (possible)

Archie Turner – piano on selected tracks
James Mitchell – saxophone
Memphis Horns members on selected horn overdubs:
Andrew Love – tenor saxophone
Wayne Jackson – trumpet

tracklist:

A1  Apollo X
    Songwriter Love*, Jackson* 
A2 One Mint Julep
    Songwriter  Toombs*      
A3 I'm A Midnight Mover
    Songwriter  Womack*, Picket*     
A4 Cherry Tree
    Songwriter  Love*, Jackson* 
A5 Young People
    Songwriter  Love*, Jackson* 
A6 Blue Blue Light
    Songwriter  Chalmers 
B1 Everyday People
    Songwriter  Stewart*     
B2 Knock On Wood
    Songwriter  Floyd*, Cropper*     
B3 Grand Slam
    Songwriter  Hodges*, Mitchell*      
B4 Honey Pot
    Songwriter  Jackson*, Love*, Dunn*, Newman*, Hayes*, Cropper*      
B5 Hawaii Five-O
    Composed By  Stevens* 
B6 Set Free
    Songwriter  Love*, Hodges*, Jackson* 

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King Curtis – Soul Serenade (Capitol ST-2095)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 King Curtis – Soul Serenade (Capitol Records ST-2095): The Classic Soul Jazz Saxophone Masterpiece

 

 

 

 

Capitol Records 1964 ‎– ST 2095

 

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Released in 1964 on Capitol Records, Soul Serenade 
is one of the finest albums by legendary saxophonist 
King Curtis, blending soul, rhythm & blues, jazz, and pop
into a polished instrumental collection. By the early 1960s
, Curtis had already established himself as one of 
America's most in-demand session musicians, r
ecording with artists ranging from Aretha Franklin and 
The Coasters to Buddy Holly and countless Atlantic Records stars.
Built around his warm, expressive tenor saxophone tone, 
Soul Serenade showcases Curtis' remarkable ability to transform
 contemporary pop songs, blues standards, and soulful ballads 
into memorable instrumental performances. The title track became
 one of his signature recordings, combining gospel-inspired phrasing
 with sophisticated jazz arrangements that
 appealed to both R&B and mainstream audiences.

credits:

King Curtis – tenor saxophone, saxello (featured on "Soul Serenade"),
 musical director, arranger on several tracks.

Possible participants include:

Guitar – possibly Everett Barksdale or Al Caiola
Piano/Organ – unidentified
Bass – unidentified
Drums – unidentified
Additional brass and rhythm section – unidentified
Recording period: Late 1963 to early 1964
Release: 1964
Producer: Capitol Records production staff 
(individual producer not consistently credited)
Arrangements: King Curtis with Capitol staf
f arrangers on selected titles.

Producer – Dave Cavanaugh

tracklist:

A1 Tequila
Written-By – Chuck Rio
2:00    
A2 Night Train
Written-By – Jimmy Forrest
2:31    
A3 Java
Written By – Friday, Toussaint, Tyler
2:15    
A4 Harlem Nocturne
Written-By – Earle Hagen
2:26    
A5 Honky Tonk
Written By – Butler, Doggett, Scott, Shepard
2:49    
A6 Soul Twist
Written-By – Curtis Ousley
2:35    
B1 Memphis
Written-By – Chuck Berry
2:52    
B2 Watermelon Man
Written-By – Herbie Hancock
2:34    
B3 Soul Serenade
Written-By – Curtis Ousley, Luther Dixon
2:58    
B4 Swingin' Shepherd Blues
Written By – Jacobson, Koffman, Roberts
2:00    
B5 My Last Date (With You)
Written By – Bryant, Cramer, Davis
2:34    
B6 Wiggle Wobble
Written-By – Les Cooper
2:17 

 

 

 

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