One for Daddy-O (2025) – Levitation Organ Jazz Trio | A Soulful Tribute to Cannonball Adderley

 

From Bret "Jazz Video Guy" Primack.

Cannonball would definitely dig this. “One for Daddy-O” gets a fiery, soul-drenched update from the Levitation Organ Jazz Trio in this 2025 live performance, captured with cinematic style by videographer Sean Hernandez. This bluesy burner, composed by Nat Adderley, was first recorded on the legendary 1958 Blue Note album Somethin’ Else—where Cannonball and Miles traded phrases like back-alley philosophers with horns. Now, the Levitation Organ Jazz Trio brings fresh fire to this timeless tune: 🎷 Jesse Levit – Alto Saxophone 🎹 Adam Shulman – Organ 🥁 Jeff Marrs – Drums Originally a tribute to Holmes “Daddy-O” Daylie, the Chicago DJ who gave jazz a voice on the airwaves, this performance is more than a nod—it’s a full-body groove. It swings. It struts. It testifies. https://jesselevit.com Who Is Behind Levitation Music? A native of Oakland, California, Jesse Levit started playing saxophone and piano at the age of seven. In high school, he held the lead alto chair for both the SFJAZZ High School All-Star Band and the Monterey High School All-Star Band (now the Next Generation Jazz Orchestra), with whom he toured extensively and taught masterclasses across Japan and the U.S. During his time as an undergraduate, in addition to studying music, he worked regularly as a professional musician and performed with James Moody, Wynton Marsalis, Jane Monheit, Seamus Blake, Diane Witherspoon, and Jim McNeely. After earning his B.A. in Music Performance at Cal State East Bay, Jesse moved to New York City to pursue his M.M. in Jazz Performance and Composition at the prestigious Manhattan School of Music, which he completed in 2017. What Is Levitation Music Doing Now? Levitation Music is a network of musicians led by Jesse Levit who specialize in performance, composing and arranging, and production, as well as video game, film, and other media scoring. Private instruction may be available contingent upon availability. What Is Up Next for Levitation Music? Jesse and Levitation Music are in the early stages of recording an EP, with East and West Coast tours to follow. Stay tuned for dates!