Mod Jazz

Mod Jazz

A vibrant snapshot of soul-jazz at its most stylish and groove-driven, Mod Jazz captures the sound of the 1960s club scene—where jazz met rhythm & blues, Latin influences, and the emerging mod culture. Packed with Hammond organ grooves, tight horn arrangements, and infectious rhythms, this compilation is a celebration of jazz designed as much for the dancefloor as for deep listening.

At the heart of the collection are standout performances from artists like Shirley Scott and Johnny Hammond Smith, whose Hammond-driven sound defines the era’s rich, soulful texture. Tracks such as “Soul Shoutin’” and “Theme From N.Y.P.D.” exemplify the warm, punchy organ style that became synonymous with late-night jazz clubs.

The influence of hard bop and soul is equally present through players like Cannonball Adderley and Sonny Stitt, whose contributions bring melodic sophistication and improvisational flair. Meanwhile, Latin jazz elements shine through in performances by Cal Tjader and Mongo Santamaria, adding rhythmic diversity and cross-cultural energy to the mix.

Blues-rooted vocal and instrumental tracks from artists like Jimmy Witherspoon and Mose Allison further ground the compilation, reinforcing the deep connections between jazz, blues, and soul during this period.

From smoky jazz clubs to mod dancefloors, Mod Jazz is a richly textured collection that captures a moment when jazz was evolving, expanding, and connecting with a wider audience through groove, style, and accessibility.

Tracklist:

1. Shirley Scott – Soul Shoutin’
2. Freddie McCoy – Collard Greens
3. Cannonball Adderley Sextet – Tengo Tango
4. Mark Murphy – Why Don’t You Do Right?
5. Jimmy Witherspoon – Money’s Gettin’ Cheaper
6. The Nomos – Step Out And Git It
7. Brother Jack McDuff – Theme From The Carpetbaggers
8. Johnny “Hammond” Smith – Theme From N.Y.P.D.
9. Billy Hawks – Whip It On Me
10. Cal Tjader – Evil Ways
11. Mongo Santamaria – Yeh, Yeh!
12. Mongo Santamaria – Watermelon Man
13. Mose Allison – The Seventh Son
14. Otis Spann – I’m Ready
15. Willis Jackson – Pool Shark
16. Sonny Stitt – Soul Shack
17. Eddie Jefferson – Filthy McNasty
18. Jimmy Witherspoon – Love Me Right
19. Pat Bowie – I’ve Got Your Number
20. Charles Earland – Black Talk
21. The Merced Blue Notes – Mama Rufus
22. Rusty Bryant – Soul Liberation
23. Boogaloo Joe Jones – Games
24. Kenny Burrell – Kenny’s Theme
25. Brother Jack McDuff – Theme From The Pink Panther