Remembering the great Dr. Lonnie Smith on his birthday (July 3, 1942 - Sept 28, 2021) Smith was one of the most unique Hammond B3 stylists to emerge from the golden era of 1960s organ ensembles. Early in his career, he was lauded for his work in George Benson's first quartet and subsequently for his involvement with saxophonist Lou Donaldson's groups. Musically, Smith wove a jazz, bluesy and soulful tapestry which garnered him fans around the world. Born near Buffalo, NY; in the late ‘50s with t

Lou Donaldson & Dr. Lonnie Smith – Alligator Boogaloo Lou Donaldson (alto sax), Dr. Lonnie Smith (hammond b3 organ), Lionel Loueke (guitar), Kendrick Scott (drums) Jazz Night at the Kennedy Center – NPR music | Jazz Improvisers

Happy 78th to National Endowment for the Arts #JazzMaster Dr Lonnie Smith one of the kings of the Hammond B3. Born in Buffalo, NY, Smith's first gigs were at the Pine Grill, a Buffalo club where he came to the attention of Lou Donaldson, Jack McDuff and George Benson, eventually joining Benson's quartet and moving to New York City. He has made dozens of records since. Smith is referred to as "Dr." by fellow musicians because he likes to "doctor" up the tunes with his unique improvisational styli

A very happy 94th to National Endowment for the Arts #JazzMaster #LouDonaldson. He expanded the jazz vocabulary with his funky, soulful and blues filled playing and singing. He formally retired when he was 90. This excerpted performance of his hit "Alligator Boogie" was recorded at the The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts when Lou was 87 for Blue Note Records' 75th anniversary celebration captured by NPR Music. Performing with Dr Lonnie Smith, Lionel Loueke and Kendrick Scott Oracl