Product details
- Label Blue Note
- Artist Lou Donaldson
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 2009
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed Yes
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Say It Loud! by Lou Donaldson.
Lou Donaldson delivers transformative artistry in this essential recording.
Musical Analysis:
Lou Donaldson leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
Say It Loud! opens with a bold statement—a cover of James Brown's "Say It Loud (I'm Black and I'm Proud)"—marking Lou Donaldson's embrace of the Black consciousness movement sweeping America in 1968. For this recording, Donaldson experimented with the varitone amplification system for his saxophone, a device that modified the instrument's sound electronically, giving the album a more contemporary, psychedelic edge that aligned with the era's progressive jazz-funk explorations.
The album has had a fascinating critical journey. Initially dismissed with a harsh 1½-star review, it's since been re-evaluated by many listeners who appreciate its funky, groove-oriented approach. It was part of a creative hot streak that began when Donaldson teamed up with drummer Leo Morris (later known as Idris Muhammad) for 1967's Alligator Bogaloo, launching a series of soul-jazz albums that would influence generations of hip-hop producers and crate-diggers seeking those deep, infectious grooves.
Pressing Details:
Reissue with different catalogue# and matrix info.
Track Listing:
A1. Say It Loud I´m Black And Proud
A2. Summertime
A3. Caravan
B1. Snake Bone
B2. Brother Soul
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Blue Note's legendary sound engineering delivers exceptional quality. Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Lou Donaldson
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: Blue Note
Catalog Number: BLP 4299
Release Year: 2009
Country: United States
Condition: Sealed (New)
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