Smokin' is an album by American trombonist Curtis Fuller recorded in 1972 and released on the Mainstream label.Jazzdisco: Curtis Fuller Catalog, accessed October 22, 2019Fitzgerald, M. Curtis Fuller Leader Entry, accessed October 22, 2019Both Sides Now: Discography Preview for the Mainstream label, accessed October 22, 2019
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".Yanow, S. Allmusic Review accessed September 6, 2012
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 "Smokin'" - 11:10 "Jacque's Groove" - 6:08 "Sop City" - 7:58 "People Places and Things" - 7:14 "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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