Lou Donaldson-Gravy Train

Secondhand

Condition: Very Good(VG)

Cat #: 0946 3 92773 2 2

Barcode: 094639277322

Import

Explore Gravy Train, Lou Donaldson's soulful 1962 Blue Note release blending hard bop, soul-jazz, and bluesy grooves. Featuring Herman Foster, Ben Tucker, and Dave Bailey, this session captures Donaldson's smooth alto sax in a laid-back, conga-tinged setting.

Album Description:

Recorded in 1961 at Van Gelder Studio and released in 1962, Gravy Train finds Lou Donaldson in his early soul-jazz phase, delivering a relaxed yet grooving set. The album features:

• Lou Donaldson alto saxophone
• Herman Foster piano
• Ben Tucker bass
• Dave Bailey drums
• Alec Dorsey congas

The title track "Gravy Train" sets the tone with a bluesy swagger, while standards like "Polka Dots and Moonbeams" and "Candy" showcase Donaldson's lyrical phrasing. "Twist Time" adds a playful bop edge, and "Glory of Love" closes with warmth and charm.