When saxophonist Lou Donaldson teamed up with funky drummer Idris Muhammad on Alligator Bogaloo, it started a series of amazing groove - focused albums. 'Say It Loud' features trumpeter Blue Mitchell, organist Charles Earland, and guitarist Jimmy Ponder. It kicks off with a cover of James Brown’s 'Say It Loud (I’m Black and I’m Proud)', delivering a deeply soulful experience. This Blue Note Classic Vinyl Edition is in stereo, all - analog. Mastered by Kevin Gray from the original master tapes, it's pressed on 180g vinyl at Optimal. Side A includes 'Say It Loud I'm Black And Proud', 'Summertime', and 'Caravan'. Side B has 'Snake Bone' and 'Brother Soul'. The musicians are Lou Donaldson on alto sax, Blue Mitchell on trumpet, Charles Earland on organ, Jimmy Ponder on guitar, and Idris Muhammad on drums.
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on your record player, gently drop the needle on the start of the track you want to play, and enjoy the music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting dirt or oils on it. Store the LP in a cool, dry place, standing upright in its sleeve to prevent warping. If it gets dirty, you can use a soft, anti - static record brush to clean the grooves. And always handle the record by its edges to avoid fingerprints on the playing surface.
