Lou Donaldson's undisputed masterpiece,Blues Walk, marks the point where the altoist began to decisively modify his heavyCharlie Parkerinfluence and add a smoky, bluesy flavor of his own. ...more about Lou Donaldson
The influence ofCharlie Parkercan be heard in virtually every modern jazz musician, particularly players of the alto saxophone. ...more about Lou Donaldson
SinceQuartet/Quintet/Sextetis Lou Donaldson's first full-length album, it's not surprising that it captures the alto saxophonist at the height of hisCharlie Parkerinfluence. ...more about Lou Donaldson
After brief sojourns at Argo and Cadet, Lou Donaldson marked his 1967 return by recordingLush Life, the grandest project he ever attempted. ...more about Lou Donaldson
Alligator Bogaloois one example of Lou Donaldson's successful combinations of hard bop and soul-jazz. Of the six tunes, three are Donaldson originals, including the title hit. ...more about Lou Donaldson
This previously unreleased live set, which has been issued on Blue Note'sRare Groove Series, will bore anyone who listens closely. ...more about Lou Donaldson
Lou Donaldson is a fundamentally conservative player, the sort of guy who has worn his allegiance to Charlie Parker as a badge of honor and delights in disparaging "fusion and con-fusion" from the st ...more about Lou Donaldson