Where to Start with soul jazz

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23 artists

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About soul jazz

What is soul jazz?

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Where should I start with soul jazz?

Start with "Swing and Soul" by Lou Donaldson. It captures what makes soul jazz worth exploring.

What are the best soul jazz albums?

The soul jazz albums worth hearing first: "Swing and Soul" by Lou Donaldson, "Hot Dog" by Lou Donaldson, "Everything I Play Is Funky" by Lou Donaldson, "Blues Walk" by Lou Donaldson and "Birdseed" by Lou Donaldson.

How many soul jazz artists are there?

northsound.fm covers 23 soul jazz artists, each with a recommended starting album and listening path.