{"product_id":"jimmy-mcgriff-red-beans","title":"Jimmy McGriff – Red Beans","description":"\u003ch4 data-section-id=\"fu92gl\" data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"91\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eJimmy McGriff – Red Beans\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"459\"\u003eReleased in 1976, Red Beans is a superb example of Jimmy McGriff's signature blend of soul jazz, jazz-funk, blues, and groove-driven fusion. One of the finest Hammond organ players in jazz history, McGriff built his reputation on combining blues roots with infectious rhythms, creating a sound that appealed equally to jazz enthusiasts and funk fans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eBy the mid-1970s, McGriff had embraced the evolving jazz-funk movement, and \u003cem data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"548\"\u003eRed Beans\u003c\/em\u003e reflects this transition perfectly. Featuring tight rhythm sections, funky bass lines, expressive guitar work, and McGriff's unmistakable Hammond B-3 organ, the album delivers six extended tracks packed with soulful improvisation and irresistible grooves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eThe record opens with the title track Red Beans, an energetic jazz-funk workout built around McGriff's rich organ tone and driving rhythm section. Big Booty Bounce follows with a deep funk groove and infectious energy, while Space Cadet ventures into jazz fusion territory with expansive solos and contemporary arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1144\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eSide B continues with Cakes Alive, another groove-laden instrumental showcasing the band's exceptional chemistry. Sweet Love provides a smoother, soulful contrast before the album concludes with Love Is My Life, an uplifting and expressive performance that highlights McGriff's melodic playing and blues-infused style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1476\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eA favourite among collectors of jazz-funk and soul jazz, Red Beans captures Jimmy McGriff during one of the most creative periods of his career. Its combination of infectious rhythms, outstanding musicianship, and warm analogue production makes it an essential addition for fans of Jimmy Smith, Groove Holmes, Lonnie Smith, George Benson, and classic 1970s jazz-funk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-section-id=\"1hvk5cb\" data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1866\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTracklist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eSide A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vm1b3g\" data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eRed Beans – 6:10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"166caae\" data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eBig Booty Bounce – 6:12\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t2jz6i\" data-start=\"1931\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003eSpace Cadet – 5:58\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003eSide B\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xa8bpr\" data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eCakes Alive – 6:02\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"lf03ky\" data-start=\"1992\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eSweet Love – 4:35\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1txz864\" data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eLove Is My Life – 6:47\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6IRULYG4pCQ?si=ZZ42G2qTo4SI_4Kf\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Groove Merchant Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54807415947606,"sku":"GM-3314","price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/1013\/7686\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_112e3e8d-1c5a-4e26-b73a-34fba7c8ace6.jpg?v=1784906580","url":"https:\/\/www.sounds-grounds.co.uk\/products\/jimmy-mcgriff-red-beans","provider":"Sounds + Grounds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}