Lou Donaldson’s undisputed masterpiece, Blues Walk, marks the point where the altoist began to decisively modify his heavy Charlie Parker influence and add a smoky, bluesy flavor of his own. The material is still firmly in the bebop vein, and the mellower moments aren’t as sleepy as some of Donaldson’s subsequent work, so the album sounds vital and distinctive even as it slows down and loosens things up. That makes it the definitive release in Donaldson’s early, pre-soul-jazz period, but what elevates Blues Walk to classic status is its inviting warmth. Donaldson’s sweetly singing horn is ingratiating and melodic throughout the six selections, making even his most advanced ideas sound utterly good-natured and accessible.



 Original Released Date: July 28, 1958

 This Release Date: 2010



Quality FLAC HD / 24bit / 88.2kHz

Genre: Bop, Hard Bop



Tracklist



01. Blues Walk – 06:46

02. Move – 05:54

03. The Masquerade Is Over – 05:54

04. Play Ray – 05:33

05. Autumn Nocturne – 04:56

06. Callin’ All Cats – 05:20