Feels So Good
Grover Washington, Jr. · 1975
37 min · 5 tracks · jazz
A smooth blend of jazz and soul, marked by lush arrangements and intricate melodies that invite deep listening.
Why this album works
'Feels So Good' reached number one on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart and showcased Washington's ability to cross over into popular music. The title track gained significant airplay and helped define the sound of the smooth jazz movement throughout the late 1970s.
- Career context
- Released in 1975, 'Feels So Good' was Grover Washington, Jr.'s fourth studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Inner City Blues' two years prior. At this point in his career, Washington was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the smooth jazz genre, marrying jazz improvisation with accessible melodies.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barbra Streisand· Diana Ross· Ella Fitzgerald· Bob Dylan· Tony Bennett· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Andy Williams
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Sea Lion 5:57
- 2 Moonstreams Standout 5:56
- 3 Knucklehead Standout 7:53
- 4 It Feels So Good Standout 8:13
- 5 Hydra 9:09
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
Sync your library
Everything you track here works immediately — no account needed. Create one when you want to sync across devices.