This 1966 session is notable for its tight rhythm section and Smith's Hammond B3 work, which could swing hard or lay back in the pocket. It’s a prime example of his soul-jazz output for Blue Note.
- "Bucket" was recorded on March 25, 1966, at the Van Gelder Studios in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey.
- The album features a lineup of jazz heavyweights, including guitarist Kenny Burrell and saxophonist Stanley Turrentine.
- The title track, "Bucket," showcases Smith's mastery of the Hammond B3, with a driving rhythm and infectious melody.
Jimmy Smith is a jazz organist from New Jersey, known for popularizing the Hammond B3. At the time of "Bucket," he was several years into a successful run of albums for Blue Note that blended his jazz roots with soul and R&B inflections.
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