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Jul 22, 2024 · Lou Donaldson (born November 1, 1926) is an American retired jazz alto saxophonist. He is best known for his soulful, bluesy approach to playing the alto saxophone, although in his formative years he was heavily influenced by Charlie Parker, as were many during the bebop era.
3 days ago · On July 28, 1958, a 31-year-old alto saxophonist called Lou Donaldson went into Van Gelder Studio, in New Jersey, to record Blues Walk, a six-track LP released by Blue Note Records that many now...
Aug 2, 2023 · Lou Donaldson was one of the first alto saxophonists to perform and record consistently with a Hammond B3 behind him. He used the sound extensively on the road in the '50s while touring across the country and developed a new jazz-funk approach in the '60s.
Apr 1, 2024 · Known as "Sweet Poppa Lou," the alto saxophonist’s music embodies the intangible jazz spirit and transformed the sound of Blue Note Records, beginning in the late 1950s.
Feb 6, 2024 · With “Midnight Creeper,” Lou Donaldson hit his stride during his second run of recordings for Blue Note in the late 1960s. Together with a world-class rhythm section, he helped shape the soul-jazz sound of an era.
Dec 29, 2023 · Lou Donaldson's "Quartet/Quintet/Sextet" features early recordings as a leader on the Blue Note label performed by Donaldson's - Quartet with Horace Silver, ...
Nov 1, 2023 · Lou Donaldson, a towering figure in the world of jazz saxophone, had a prolific period at Blue Note Records between 1952 and 1963. This era not only solidified his status as a premier alto saxophonist but also saw him collaborating with some of the most influential jazz musicians of the time.
Oct 27, 2023 · North Carolina-born alto saxophonist Lou Donaldson enjoyed two highly productive spells at Blue Note Records. The first, between 1952 and 1963, resulted in 18 albums – including his classic 1958...
Jun 20, 2024 · “To me, Lou was special,” Rock reflects — a sentiment we all share at Jazz Night, in a vibrant present tense. Musicians. Lou Donaldson, alto saxophone, vocals; Randy Johnston, guitar; Akiko Tsuruga, organ; Fukishi Tainaka, drums. Credits
Feb 10, 2024 · Artist: Lou Donaldson. Title: Late Night Lou Donaldson. Year Of Release: 2024. Label: UMG Recordings, Inc. Genre: Jazz. Quality: FLAC (*tracks) Total Time: 06:53:54. Total Size: 2,5 GB (+3%rec.) WebSite: Album Preview.
