Matthew Whitaker: On their shoulders, An Organ Tribute

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At 23 years old, Matthew Whitaker is called a "genius" by Jon Batiste, an internationally recognized more for his prodigious talents and inspirational story.

On Their Shoulders: An Organ Tribute is a soulful, 7-track shout-out to the Hammond B-3 organ pioneers who paved the way for him including Jimmy Smith, Charles Earland, Dr. Lonnie Smith and Joey DeFrancesco.

Matthew stopped by The K JazzShow to tell us all about it.
4 Aug English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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