Jazz for someone who doesn't like jazz.


I've toyed with the idea of looking into jazz. Not sure why. Not sure what I'm looking for. Maybe just something to sound good on my system. I realize jazz is a broad category but much of what I hear I have not been attracted to. Don't ask me what I've heard.
What I'd like is a recommendation of two or three albums to start with. (I know that's insane)

And since I've given next to nothing to go on I'll point out a few things that I do like that might help narrow it down some maybe.

Jazz-like stuff I do like: Steely Dan. Almost all of their stuff. Van Morrison's jazz influenced stuff like Astral Weeks.
I like blues. Delta and hill country hard core blues.

I like a wide variety of rock from heavy metal, to prog rock to classic R&B.
Does any of that help? I know this is a crazy request but if I could get some recommendations I'll at least have somewhere to start. Not looking for specific recordings yet. Just content. When I find what I like I'll research the best recordings.
Thanks for any possible advice.
George




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^^^ Now we're talkin'... I love this, especially Joey Defrancesco. The man plays a mean Hammond B3.  Houston Person's sax playing is so soulful. What a combo. 

Thanks for posting this, reubent. I just bought the CD off of Ebay. :-)

Frank
Joey D and Danny Gatton made an album together, Relentless. Two master musicians.
@reubent @oregonpapa Since you mentioned Houston Person, him and Ron Carter have a beautifully recorded album called Remember Love. The double bass on that album is excellent. Excellent album all the way through really.
@oregonpapa  - I'm glad you enjoyed The Joey D. and Houston P. record. Hopefully I've redeemed myself. Am I back in the club? ;~)

BTW, I love the Hammond b3. Doesn't matter the genre of music, I just love that sound.
reubent ...

I already had a few of Joey's CDs. After I bought the one with Houston Person last night, I spent the rest of the night on Spotify listening to his various music. Wow! I didn't realize how much music this guy has recorded. Plenty of guest artists on his various recordings too. Lot's of live concerts too. Thanks again ...

Frank