Louisiana Slim 10:10
Mercy Mercy Me 4:05
(They Long To Be) Close To You 5:20
Our Love Will Never Die 10:20
The Trouble With Love 8:26

Released in 1971, Leon Spencer's masterpiece "Louisiana Slim" on Prestige. Built around funky and groovy organ, with an impenetrable lineup featuring Melvin Sparks on guitar and Idris Muhammad on drums, it delivers a rich soul jazz experience. From the sticky groove of the title track to bluesy and mellow numbers, it's packed with immediate-impact tracks highly acclaimed in club jazz circles. An essential album symbolizing the golden age of Prestige, a truly brilliant soul jazz record.