Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?
Jimmy Smith · 1964
34 min · 7 tracks · funk · indie rock · jazz fusion
A vibrant fusion of hard bop and soul jazz, pulsating with rhythmic energy and intricate organ melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- layered, dense sonic textures
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1964, Jimmy Smith was at a pivotal moment in his career, having already established himself as a leading figure in jazz organ. This album followed his successful releases in the early 1960s, marking a continued evolution of his sound that blended elements of funk and jazz while showcasing his virtuosity on the Hammond organ.
- Stylistic neighbors
- George Benson· Herbie Hancock· Jimmy McGriff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Slaughter on Tenth Avenue 7:09
- 2 Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Part 1 4:29
- 3 Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? Part 2 5:00
- 4 John Brown’s Body 5:15
- 5 Wives and Lovers 3:19
- 6 Women of the World 5:49
- 7 Bluesette 3:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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