Lonnie Liston Smith, a legendary jazz - funk keyboardist, has been a major influence in the genre for over five decades. He started as a sideman for greats like Miles Davis and later led his own band, Lonnie Liston Smith and the Cosmic Echoes, releasing classic albums in the 70s. His music is the base for countless hip - hop samples and dancefloor fun. In 2020, he headlined Jazz Is Dead's Black History Month series. Now, he's back with Jazz Is Dead for Lonnie Liston Smith JID017. Produced by Ali Shaheed Muhammad and Adrian Younge at the Linear Labs analog studio, this is his first full - length album in over 25 years. It's the 17th volume of the Jazz Is Dead series, featuring collaborations with Roy Ayers, Marcos Valle, Doug Carn and more. The album comes as a black vinyl pressing, housed in a die - cut jacket with a printed inner sleeve, under the Jazz Is Dead 2023 music label.
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on your turntable, gently drop the needle on the record, and enjoy the smooth jazz - funk music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid leaving fingerprints or dirt on the record. Store the LP in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. If you need to clean the vinyl, use a soft, anti - static brush to gently remove any dust. When putting the record back in its jacket, be careful not to scratch the surface. And that's all you need to know to keep this great album in top shape and enjoy it for years to come.
