Smokin' (Curtis Fuller album)

Reception

Allmusic awarded the album 3½ stars with its review by Scott Yanow stating, "Trombonist Curtis Fuller's second Mainstream album has some dated electronics and funk rhythms, although there are some worthwhile solos".

Trivia

Jazz disc jockey Joe Lex uses "Jacque's Groove" as the theme song for his show "Dr. Joe's Groove" on WPPM-LP, Philadelphia.

Track listing

All compositions by Curtis Fuller except where noted

1. "Smokin'" - 11:10
2. "Jacque's Groove" - 6:08
3. "Sop City" - 7:58
4. "People Places and Things" - 7:14
5. "Stella by Starlight" (Victor Young, Ned Washington) - 7:29

Personnel

• Curtis Fuller - trombone
• Jimmy Heath - soprano saxophone, tenor saxophone
• Bill Hardman - trumpet
• Ted Dunbar - guitar
• Cedar Walton - piano, electric piano
• Mickey Bass - bass, electric bass
• Billy Higgins - drums

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