Ian Hendrickson-Smith - Live at Smalls Vol. 3 (Live) (2026)

A live recording by saxophonist Ian Hendrickson-Smith and his quintet, captured at New York's iconic venue for the Smalls Live series. Widely known for his work with soul and funk powerhouses The Dap-Kings and The Roots, the leader displays his deep jazz roots alongside trumpeter Ryan Kisor, pianist Spike Wilner, bassist Adam Cote, and drummer Lawrence Leathers.

The quintet delivers a soulful set of hard bop and soul jazz, combining traditional standards with bluesy, open-ended live improvisations. Ian Hendrickson-Smith's crisp alto saxophone style draws inspiration from Lou Donaldson's early 1960s Blue Note era, balancing rhythmic drive with melodic elegance.

Tracklist:
1. Ian Hendrickson-Smith - This Love Of Mine (Live)
2. Ian Hendrickson-Smith - I'm A Fool To Want You (Live)
3. Ian Hendrickson-Smith - Walter Booker, Cedar Walton (Live)
4. Ian Hendrickson-Smith - Willow Weep For Me (Live)
5. Ian Hendrickson-Smith - For All We Know (Live)