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Question

Does anybody know any songs that have a really good organ/piano solo? Extra points if the organ solo is done with a B3 Hammond.

Thanks.

Answer 1

Get yourself the Ultra Lounge Organs in Orbit.  All sorts of styles and sounds.

Answer 2

Look up Jimmy Smith, the Charlie Parker of the Hammond B3; he cut many, many stunning performances on both Blue Note and Verve labels. Once hailed as "the eighth wonder of the world" by none other than Miles Davis, Smith had roots in the blues and R&B as well as jazz (though most would classify him as a jazz artist). Start with one of the early Blue Note issues like "Back at the Chicken Shack" or "Midnight Special" which fairly drip of the blues (and, unlike his later recordings, don't have a bass player- a role fulfilled by Smith's feet). My personal favorite is "The Champ" from his first release, "A New Star, a New Sound".

Many organists owe a debt to James Oscar, as he's sometimes called: Joey De Francesco, Jon Lord from Deep Purple, and Keith Emerson immediately come to mind.  

Answer 3

All my reference points are pretty blues-based. Hammond: aim for anything with Billy Preston on it. Also check out "Stop" by Al Kooper and Mike Bloomfield from the Super-session album. If you want an absolutely peerless piano solo, check out Greg Phillanganes solo on Donald Fagan's version of Ruby Baby. But to be honest, this is only scratching the surface - there are tons really good tracks out there and some very fine players. Enjoy the discovering.

Answer 4

Organ-Ized: An All-Star Tribute to the Hammond B-3 Organ.

It's a collection of tunes played on various B-3 organs around the country, by 13 musicians. A great sampling of various styles, each with it's own "twist". It delivers exactly what most Hammond diehards want — funky grooves and licks.

Track Listings

1. Ashley Blue - Joey DeFrancesco  

2. Swamp Road - John Medeski  

3. Micky Fick - Art Neville  

4. Say Something - Michael Omartian  

5. My Little Humidor - Galactic  

6. There Will Never Be Another You - Jimmy Smith  

7. Just A Little Bit - Mike Finnigan  

8. Drop Shot - Ricky Peterson  

9. I've Got To Find My Baby - Tommy Eyre  

10. Moodbird - Larry Goldings  

11. Yes Sir - Reuben Wilson  

12. Mercy, Mercy, Mercy - Mick Weaver  

13. Misty - Jack McDuff  

Answer 5

"Stormy Monday", Lee Michaels. Just Lee, his B3, and his drummer Frosty live in the studio. One take, goodbye. It will take the top of your head clean off.

Album Details: Lee Michaels

Release Date:01/01/1969

Label:A&M Records

UPC:075021315846

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User Reviews: Lee Michaels

A Definite Classic, May 27, 2007

Reviewer: malibogjack - See all malibogjack's reviews

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Pros: What 2 musicians can do in 6 hours and 45 minutes.

Cons: Almost impossible to find in CD.

I first heard side 1 on an FM station in New York in '69 or '70 and was immediately hooked. Bought the 33LP that week [I still have it]. Through the years, I have challenged many people to show me a better version of Stormy Monday, and haven't lost yet.

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From AMG Reviews

One of the masterpieces of the period, Lee Michaels was essentially recorded live in the studio by only Michaels (organ/bass pedals) and Frosty on drums. It's a fabulous performance and one of the finest RB/rock sets of the period. The first side is comprised of a medley of soulful workouts that come out sounding not unlike Led Zeppelin. Here, Michaels pulls out all the stops (literally) and showcases the organ as a bona fide rock instrument. Despite the lengthy drum solo, it's one of the finest sides of Los Angeles rock roll. Michaels also reprises "My Friends," a song from his first album, to great effect. Lee Michaels is also home to the good-time, pro-drug anthem "Highty Hi," as well as an awesome cover of "Stormy Monday." A true party platter.

- Matthew Greenwald, All Music Guide



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Answer 6

Yes of course

Answer 7

Look into the fantastic work of John Paul Jones

while he was in the Zeppelin.

Thank You and Since I've Been Loving You

are two among biggies where he gives us

a bit of what it's about, though there's much more.

Also, don't miss his gripping performance on the keys

in their "You Shook Me" (namely the 2nd one),

found on disc 1 of their BBC Sessions double cd.

This version in particular is arguably the finest among

their absolute Blues performances, right along the tune

preceding immediately, "I Can't Quit You, Baby".