Possum Head
Lou Donaldson · 1964
41 min · 8 tracks · bebop · soul jazz
A vibrant blend of soulful melodies and intricate bebop rhythms that showcases Donaldson's signature saxophone style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression through melodies
- soulful tunes for relaxed evenings
- vibrant saxophone explorations
- intricate rhythms for attentive listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- need instant gratification
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in early 1964, 'Possum Head' marked Lou Donaldson's continued evolution as a prominent figure in the jazz scene following his breakthrough album 'Alligator Bogaloo' in 1963. By this time, Donaldson had solidified his sound, merging elements of soul jazz with traditional bebop, appealing to both jazz aficionados and a broader audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Horace Silver· Cannonball Adderley· Stan Getz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Possum Head 3:14
- 2 Secret Love 5:40
- 3 Midnight Soul 4:54
- 4 Bye Bye Blackbird 6:30
- 5 Laura 4:36
- 6 Persimmon Tree 5:35
- 7 Frenesi 6:09
- 8 Man With A Horn 5:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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