Street Lady, released in 1973, marked a pivotal moment in Donald Byrd's career, showcasing his definitive turn towards jazz-funk. The album features a more prominent role for the electric bass and synthesizers, moving away from his earlier hard bop sound.
- The album was produced by Larry Rock and Donald Byrd.
- Street Lady was the first of five albums Byrd would release on the Blue Note label in the 1970s.
- The title track features a prominent bassline and extended instrumental sections.
Donald Byrd was a jazz trumpeter from Detroit, Michigan. He was a key figure in hard bop and later embraced jazz fusion.
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