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Jimmy Smith- The Cat-LP

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Jimmy Smith – The Cat

Jimmy Smith’s album The Cat is a 1973 Japanese reissue pressing that showcases his blend of jazz, soul-jazz, hard bop, and blues. Known for his influential work on the Hammond B-3 organ, Smith helped shape the sound of soul-jazz during his career. This album features tracks like “Theme from Joy House” and “St. Louis Blues,” highlighting his ability to merge groove-based jazz with bluesy undertones. The 1973 pressing offers a vintage listening experience from a key period in jazz history. The vinyl is graded VG++, indicating only minimal surface marks and clean, essentially flawless playback. This release provides a solid example of Smith’s style during the early 1970s and reflects the continued appreciation of his work in Japan.

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Jimmy Smith – The Cat

  1. Theme from Joy House
  2. The Cat
  3. Basin Street Blues
  4. Main Title from "The Carpetbaggers"
  5. Chicago Serenade
  6. St. Louis Blues
  7. Delon's Blues
  8. Blues in the Night

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