The Time Is Right
Lou Donaldson · 1959
37 min · 7 tracks · bebop · soul jazz
Soulful jazz grooves intertwine with bebop rhythms, showcasing Donaldson's vibrant saxophone melodies.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its role in popularizing soul jazz during a time when the genre was emerging as a significant sub-style within jazz. It received positive critical reception, helping to elevate Donaldson's profile and influence on subsequent artists in the genre.
- Best for
- steady groove for relaxed evenings saxophone melodies evoke warmth for social gatherings
- Context
- When 'The Time Is Right' was released in 1959, Lou Donaldson was solidifying his place in the jazz scene following his breakthrough work in the late 1950s. This album followed his successful projects, including 'Alligator Bogaloo,' and marked a period where he began to develop a distinct style that blended soul jazz with bebop influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Pointer Sisters· Bobby Darin· Ray Manzarek· Tom Scott· Dickey Betts· Rick Derringer· Bing Crosby· Elvis Presley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lou's Blues Standout 5:58
- 2 Be My Love 5:45
- 3 Idaho 5:10
- 4 The Nearness of You 4:42
- 5 Mack the Knife Standout 5:18
- 6 Crosstown Shuffle Standout 5:15
- 7 Tangerine 4:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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