Yeah, me too Guam
This is seriously cool.. I listened to my dads LP of Lonnie when I was 5!, the 1977 release. I loved it, now I am in my 20's this is right up my street...
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Beck done Dr Lonnie style
Dr Lonnie Smith is one of the hammond b-3 greats and he spins Beck out with his usual soul jazz/groove style. I bought this on CD when it was released. For the most part the album is a solid set of instrumentals but you can skip tracks 6, 10 & 11 if you are watching your download volume.
Very cool
Nothing much to say except this is one of the best finds I've personally stumbled across on eMusic.
Worth a Listen
Not every track works, but a few do. Try "Tropicalia" for starters.
Smooth Beck
Throw this on while having a dinner party.
Hot Notch
This is, at first sight, a nightmare. But knowing Dr Lonnie Smith's reputation and history, I had to give it a listen. The playing and arrangements are top notch. Anyone who loves the late 60's Jazz/Groove movement should at least give this a try. Great players. A bloody great record!
more than a tribute
It's unfortunate that this album has 'tribute' in the title given the amount of items on this site with that moniker which are less than worthy. However, this album is no mere 'tribute album' it's a rollicking funky jazz set of tunes that happen to have been written by Beck. No vocals at all, this is jazz music in the Grant Green/Jimmy Smith style. Not muzak at all, this is just a great band covering some fine material with an unorthodox choice. Recommended.
