What makes That Certain Feeling by John Patton notable?

This album is significant for its exploration of the soul jazz genre during a transformative era for jazz music. It received positive reviews and helped to further establish Patton's influence within the genre, showcasing his unique approach to the Hammond organ. Released in 1968, That Certain Feeling was John Patton's third album, following his acclaimed work on Blue Note. At this point, he had solidified his reputation as a prominent organist in the jazz scene, collaborating with key figures such as Grant Green and Lou Donaldson.

How many songs are on That Certain Feeling?

That Certain Feeling has 6 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.

That Certain Feeling

John Patton · 1968

41 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of soulful grooves and adventurous improvisation that captures the essence of late-60s jazz.

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I Want to Go Home — This track features a captivating melody driven by Patton's masterful organ playing, blending bluesy elements with intricate improvisation that highlights his signature style.
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Dirty Fingers — With its infectious rhythm and lively tempo, this track showcases the interplay between Patton’s organ and the dynamic percussion, creating an upbeat atmosphere that's hard to resist.
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Minor Swing — Patton's interpretation of this classic tune brings a fresh perspective, highlighting his ability to infuse traditional jazz with a contemporary flair while maintaining an engaging groove.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

63 /100

Treeline

Higher than 74% of albums we've rated

The album blends soulful grooves with improvisation, creating a vibrant yet cohesive listening experience.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of the organ as the lead instrument, with rhythmic support from drums and bass throughout.
Tracks often transition smoothly into one another, maintaining a cohesive flow that emphasizes groove over abrupt changes.
Improvisation is prominent, with extended solos that showcase the musicians' technical skills and creativity in each piece.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 8/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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1 String Bean 5:44
2 I Want to Go Home 8:38
3 Early A.M. 7:19
4 Dirty Fingers 6:19
5 Minor Swing 6:41
6 Daddy James 6:49

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