Organic Grooves

Recorded in 1957, this album captures the lively energy and elegant groove of saxophonist Lou Donaldson leading an inspired quintet. Blending hard bop with hints of emerging soul jazz, each track radiates warmth and swing. Supported by a solid rhythm section and expressive solos, Donaldson delivers a fluid, bluesy style that is both accessible and refined. The overall mood is relaxed and open to improvisation, while maintaining a strong stylistic coherence that showcases the group’s musical chemistry and Donaldson’s distinctive voice on the alto saxophone.   A1 Dorothy A2 I […]