Name: Soul Connection
Brand: John Patton

Bonus disc

Bonus disc: No

Catalogue number

JAZZR012

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Colour

Black

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Format multiplier

Download code

Download code: No

Rough Trade Exclusive

Rough Trade Exclusive: No

Extended format

Extended format: No

Format detail

Format Music GB

Limited edition

Release date

2022-01-28

Signed copies

Signed copies: No

Supplier GB

Kudos

Tax rate GB

Standard:20

UPC / Barcode

5050580773912

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Total Cap

1 / Extended format: No / LP / Rough Trade Exclusive: No / Signed copies: No / black

Artist

John Patton

Genre GB

Jazz

Label GB

Jazz Room

Welcome to Jazz Room, a record label dedicated to preserving and promoting the rich history of jazz music. Founded and run by DJ [a53996], our label is committed to bringing you the best in classic and contemporary jazz recordings.

With a passion for jazz that spans decades, DJ [a53996] has carefully curated a collection of *artists* who embody the essence of this iconic genre. From legendary pioneers like Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington to modern-day innovators such as Kamasi Washington and Robert Glasper, our roster showcases the diverse talents that have shaped jazz throughout its evolution.

At Jazz Room, we believe that music is meant to be experienced in its purest form. That's why we offer high-quality vinyl records, CDs, and digital downloads so you can enjoy your favorite *performers'* music with exceptional sound quality. Whether you're a seasoned jazz enthusiast or just beginning your exploration of this captivating genre, we invite you to explore our extensive catalog and discover new favorites along the way.

One of the most influential and underground Hammond organists of the 1960's was "Big" John Patton as he was then known. If it was the groove that you wanted Patton was your Man and he made several albums for the legendary Blue Note label, many of which went on to sell for eye watering prices. As his style went out of favor, some of the recordings never saw the light of day until almost 20 years later and at the same time Patton slipped into the background. He resurfaced in the 1980s and went into the studio. Among his albums Soul Connection, originally released in 1983 on Nilva Records has now been re-released on what many consider to be the Re-Issue Label of these times; Jazz Room Records.

Patton had a strong band with him on this record. Avant Garde trombonist Grachan Moncur III fits in just nicely with some funky lines and solo's. Acid jazz Guitar Hero Melvin Sparks rides in the all important funk grooves but the revelation has to be saxophonist Grant Reed, who you may know from the Jazz Room Release of Shamek Farrah &amp; Folks and who was a mainstay of the Mongo Santamaria set up. Jazz Exile Alvin Queen has been part of the sound set ups of Junior Mance, Stanley Turrentine and Charles Tolliver, among others.

The whole album sounds as if it was laid down in a Rudy Van Gelder session in the mid 60's and then languished in a vault somewhere, waiting until the fan base had returned. That time is now, this is a Funky Organ Groove with a Spiritual Soul Swing!

Soul Connection

Music GB