Lush Life
Lou Donaldson · 1980
35 min · 7 tracks · bebop · soul jazz
A smooth blend of soul jazz and bebop featuring rich melodies and heartfelt improvisation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration
- heartfelt improvisational moments
- gentle afternoon relaxation
- intimate evening gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- need high-energy stimulation
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1980, Lou Donaldson was an established figure in jazz, known for his contributions to the soul jazz genre. 'Lush Life' marked a continuation of his exploration of melodic sophistication following his earlier works like 'Alligator Bogaloo' (1967), further solidifying his legacy in the jazz community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Horace Silver· Cannonball Adderley· Stan Getz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Sweet Slumber 5:56
- 2 You've Changed 4:23
- 3 The Good Life 4:53
- 4 Stardust 3:40
- 5 What Will I Tell My Heart 4:25
- 6 It Might as Well Be Spring 5:58
- 7 Sweet and Lovely 5:58
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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