Dr. Lonnie Smith’s 1969 album Turning Point featured the organ virtuoso with a dynamic band featuring Lee Morgan (trumpet), Julian Priester (trombone), Bennie Maupin (tenor saxophone), Melvin Sparks (guitar) and the funky drummer Leo Morris (aka Idris Muhammad). Highlights include covers of “See Saw” and “Eleanor Rigby” plus soulful originals.
Dr. Lonnie Smith’s 1969 album Turning Point featured the organ virtuoso with a dynamic band featuring Lee Morgan (trumpet), Julian Priester (trombone), Bennie Maupin (tenor saxophone), Melvin Sparks (guitar) and the funky drummer Leo Morris (aka Idris Muhammad). Highlights include covers of “See Saw” and “Eleanor Rigby” plus soulful originals.