Lonnie Smith - Drives (Vinyl LP, Blue Note, 1994) - EX / EX new wave ” and “Oh

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and post-punk artists cited as influences – Suicide

accessible record that reflects his crossover period without losing regional character

Both trio members add dulcet backing vocals

The album moves between polished pop-rock songs and layered electronic textures

Lonnie Smith - Drives (Vinyl LP, Blue Note, 1994) - EX / EX new wave ” and “OhDrives is the 1970 soul jazz session by Dr. Lonnie Smith, issued here as a 1994 Blue Note pressing. The record centres on Smiths Hammond organ work, combining deep grooves with tight rhythm section interplay. Its arrangements balance funk inflected momentum with open improvisational passages. Excellent condition, cover and vinyl LP.