Released in mid-1965, Jimmy Smith took a break from the typical big band sessions he’d been doing for Verve with this pared-down trio date, enlisting Kenny Burrell (guitar) and Grady Tate (drums) to take on a selection of blues and jazz standards.
From the title track to his own “Blues For J”, Smith and this all-star group display complete mastery of, arguably, the most swinging of all jazz band configurations — the organ trio.
Released: February 2026
Cat: 7886641
Label: Verve
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Tracklist
Side 1
1. The Organ Grinder's Swing
2. Oh, No, Babe
3. Blues For J
Side 2
4. Greensleeves
5. I'll Close My Eyes
6. Satin Doll