The Cat

The Cat (1964) by Jimmy Smith is an organ-led jazz album that blends hard bop energy with soul-jazz grooves. Featuring arrangements by Lalo Schifrin, the record pairs Smith's bluesy, rhythmic Hammond organ playing with tight horn charts and a cinematic, groove-oriented studio sound. It presents a polished, accessible set that highlights Smith's improvisational drive within a more orchestrated mid-1960s context.