Getting Our Thing Together
Jack McDuff · 1968
36 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of soul-jazz grooves and playful improvisation, showcasing McDuff's signature organ sound.
Top tracks — play these first
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Win, Lose or Draw — Opening the album with an infectious rhythm, this track captures McDuff's ability to blend catchy melodies with rich organ textures, setting the tone for the entire record.
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You Sho' Walk Funky — With its irresistible groove and lively arrangement, this track exemplifies the album's funk influence while showcasing McDuff's dynamic playing style.
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Black Is! — This track stands out for its bold thematic assertion, combining powerful rhythms with expressive solos that reflect the cultural movements of the time.
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Summertime — McDuff offers a fresh interpretation of this classic standard, blending lush organ harmonies with a laid-back feel that showcases his mastery of jazz interpretation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant grooves for social gatherings
- quick bursts of rhythmic energy
- soulful moments for sunny days
- danceable tracks for carefree vibes
Maybe skip if you
- slow-paced introspective listening
- preference for lengthy epics
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1968, Getting Our Thing Together marked Jack McDuff's transition into a more experimental phase following his earlier work. This album arrived shortly after his successful recordings with Prestige Records, establishing him as a notable figure in the jazz scene and broadening his appeal to a wider audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jimmy Smith· Booker T. Jones· Larry Young
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Win, Lose or Draw 3:00
- 2 Black Is! 2:54
- 3 Jelly Jam 4:00
- 4 The Pulpit 5:49
- 5 You Sho' Walk Funky 3:30
- 6 Hold It for a Minute 4:30
- 7 Summertime 4:08
- 8 Up, Up and Away 4:27
- 9 Two Lines 4:40
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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