Lou Donaldson Quintet – Swing And Soul

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 Won’t Cry Anymore
A3 Herman’s Mambo
A4 Peck Time
B1 There Will Never Be Another You
B2 Groove Junction
B3 Grits And Gravy