An atypical organist, Dr. Lonnie Smith's destiny would be intertwined with those of George Benson and Lou Donaldson on some of Blue Note's great Soul Jazz albums.
Released in 1970, 'Drives' alone embodies Dr. Lonnie Smith's ability to master the groove and evolve jazz towards a broader appeal without ever compromising the exacting standards that jazz has adhered to since its beginnings. Rediscover this classic in a 180-gram vinyl edition.