Groovin' with Jug
Richard Holmes · 1961
54 min · 8 tracks
A lively blend of hard-bop jazz and blues, featuring dynamic organ riffs and an infectious groove throughout.
Top tracks — play these first
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Happy Blues (Good Vibrations) — This opening track showcases Holmes’ vibrant organ style with a playful interplay between rhythm and melody that sets the tone for the album.
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Hittin' the Jug — This track exemplifies Holmes’ ability to blend complex rhythms with catchy hooks, making it a standout showcase of his technical prowess and musicality.
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Exactly Like You — Holmes reinvents this classic standard with a soulful interpretation that highlights both his expressive playing and the depth of emotion woven into the piece.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Happy Blues (Good Vibrations)
The music shifts from upbeat to reflective midway through, introducing a thoughtful interlude before returning to exuberance.
This transition not only showcases Holmes' skill in blending moods but also emphasizes the emotional range within a single track.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Happy Blues (Good Vibrations) 8:44
- 2 Willow Weep for Me 7:13
- 3 Juggin' Around 3:26
- 4 Hittin' the Jug 7:26
- 5 Exactly Like You 9:10
- 6 Groovin' With Jug 4:20
- 7 Morris the Minor 7:57
- 8 Hey You, What's That? 6:16
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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