Lou Donaldson – Here ‘Tis (1960) [APO Remaster 2010] {SACD ISO + FLAC 24bit/88,2kHz + DSF DSD64/2.82MHz}

Here ‘Tis is in the front rank of Lou Donaldson records, an exceptionally funky soul-jazz session that finds the saxophonist swinging harder than usual. As he moves from hard bop to soul-jazz, Donaldson reveals a bluesy streak to his playing while keeping the vigorous attack that defined his best bop. Donaldson’s playing is among his finest in the soul-jazz vein, but what makes Here ‘Tis such an enjoyable session is his interaction with his supporting trio of guitarist Grant Green, organist Baby Face Willette, and drummer Dave Bailey. As support, all three know how to keep a groove gritty and flexible, following Lou’s lead and working a swinging beat that keeps flowing, never growing static. Green and Willette also have their time in the spotlight, and both musicians are frequently stunning. Green’s single-note leads are clean and inventive; Willette is rhythmic and forceful, but also capable of soulful, mellow leads on the slow blues. Their talent, combined with Donaldson at a peak, results in a terrific record.

Tracklist:
01. A Foggy Day
02. Here ‘Tis
03. Cool Blues
04. Watusi Jump
05. Walk Wid Me

Mastered from the original analogue master tapes by Kevin Gray & Steve Hoffman.

Personnel:
Lou Donaldson – alto sax
Grant Green – guitar
‘Baby Face’ Willette – organ
Dave Bailey – drums

SACD ISO

mqs.link_LuDnaldsnHereTis1960APRemaster2010SACDIS.part1.rar
mqs.link_LuDnaldsnHereTis1960APRemaster2010SACDIS.part2.rar

FLAC 24bit/88,2kHz

mqs.link_LuDnaldsnHereTis1960APRemaster2010FLAC2488.2.rar

DSF DSD64/2.82MHz

mqs.link_LuDnaldsnHereTis1961DSD64.part1.rar
mqs.link_LuDnaldsnHereTis1961DSD64.part2.rar