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Grover Washington, Jr.

Born: Dec 12, 1943 in Buffalo, NY

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Died: Dec 17, 1999

Genre: Jazz

Styles: Soul-Jazz, Crossover Jazz, Quiet Storm, Fusion, Contemporary Jazz

Biography: One of the most popular saxophonists of all time, Grover Washington, Jr. was long the pacesetter in his field. His roots were in R&B and soul-jazz organ combos, but he also fared very well on the infrequent occasions when he played straight-ahead jazz. A highly influential player, Washington pushed himself ...Read full biography

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Feels So Good

Released: 1975

Label: Universal Special Products

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The aptly titled and much-sampled Feels So Good represents the creative apex of Grover Washington, Jr.'s sublime electric funk sound. Its shimmering, soulful grooves refute the argument that smooth jazz ...Read full review

Soul Box

Released: 1973

Label: Kudu

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The early work of alto saxophonist and composer Grover Washington, Jr. is a rare and beautiful thing to behold. His entire Kudu period, marked by the albums Inner City Blues, All the King's Horses, Soul ...Read full review

More Grover Washington Jr. albums: Main Albums (27), Compilations (29), Singles & EPs (5), DVD/Video (6)

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