What makes Damn! by Jimmy Smith notable?

'Damn!' is notable for its mixture of jazz styles that showcases Smith’s virtuosity on the organ, contributing to the resurgence of interest in jazz-funk during the mid-90s. The album received positive critical reception, reinforcing Smith's status as a pivotal figure in jazz history. Released in 1995, 'Damn!' marked Jimmy Smith's return to the forefront of jazz after a decade of relative obscurity. This album came during his later career when he sought to revitalize his sound and reconnect with his audience, following the success of his earlier work in the 1960s and 70s.