Good Gracious!
Lou Donaldson · 1964
41 min · 6 tracks · bebop · soul jazz
A vibrant blend of hard-bop rhythms and soulful melodies, showcasing Donaldson's expressive saxophone prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo groove
- expressive saxophone moments
- soulful melodies for relaxation
- in-order listening satisfaction
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer shorter, standalone pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1964, 'Good Gracious!' is Lou Donaldson's follow-up to the successful 'Here 'Tis' (1961). At this point in his career, Donaldson was solidifying his reputation as a leading figure in the soul jazz movement, drawing from his bebop roots while infusing popular styles into his sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Horace Silver· Cannonball Adderley· Stan Getz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bad John 8:18
- 2 The Holy Ghost 8:38
- 3 Cherry 5:17
- 4 Caracas 7:19
- 5 Good Gracious 6:52
- 6 Don't Worry 'Bout Me 5:33
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