Jazz Organ

Jazz organ is a distinctive genre that emerged in the 1950s and 1960s, characterized by the Hammond organ's rich, soulful sound and improvisational virtuosity. This style combines elements of jazz, blues, and gospel, often featuring complex harmonies, syncopated rhythms, and expressive, melodic lines. The genre's pioneers, often rooted in church music traditions, created a unique sound that blended the intimacy of small ensembles with the sonic grandeur of the Hammond organ. Reaching its peak popularity in the 1960s, jazz organ became a staple of urban nightlife, with its blend of sophistication and earthiness resonating with diverse audiences. Drawing from jazz, blues, and R&B, jazz organ also influenced the development of acid jazz, funk, and jam band styles. Notably, jazz organ's focus on the organ as a lead instrument, often accompanied by drums and a minimalist rhythm section, sets it apart from other jazz subgenres.

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Flowerchild
Single - Released October 25, 2024
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Walter Wanderley
Cory Henry
Jimmy Smith
Medeski, Martin & Wood
Larry Goldings
John Medeski
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Jazz Classics Blue Note Edition 8 Jazz Organ artists
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