Jim Staley - Mumbo Jumbo
Review by bayu
Mumbo Jumbo by Jim Staley is a captivating and dynamic album that showcases the artist's exceptional talent and creativity. The album features a fusion of jazz, blues, and funk with a touch of rock, creating a unique sound that is both energizing and soothing. The tracks are beautifully arranged, and the instrumentation is top-notch, with Staley's trombone playing taking center stage. The album's standout tracks include "Mumbo Jumbo," "The Big Easy," and "Funky Monkey," which are all catchy and infectious. The album also features guest appearances by renowned musicians such as Jerry Bergonzi and George Garzone, adding an extra layer of depth and complexity to the music. Mumbo Jumbo is a fantastic album that is a must-listen for any jazz or funk enthusiast.
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Download
Filename: jim-staley-mumbo-jumbo.zip- MP3 size: 92.4 mb
- FLAC size: 875.7 mb
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| Secratariat | 04:50 | |
| Spend A Buck | 5:30 | |
| Foolish Pleasure | 4:36 | |
| Ferdinand | 5:32 | |
| Gato Del Sol | 3:33 | |
| Seattle Stew | 4:40 | |
| Sunny's Halo | 4:39 | |
| Cannonade | 6:5 | |
| Spend a Buck | 5:36 | |
| Spectacular Bid | 4:23 | |
| Gato del Sol | 3:38 | |
| Seattle Slew | 4:34 | |
| Genuine Risk | 4:20 | |
| Secretariat | 4:50 | |
| Riva Ridge | 5:53 | |
| Bold Forbes | 2:8 | |
| Swale | 7:59 | |
| Sunny's Halo | 4:42 | |
| Pheasant Colony | 4:23 | |
| Untitled | 5:30 | |
| Affirmed | 3:37 |
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Catalog Numbers
- 019
- 004
- RIFT 12
Labels
- Einstein Records
- Rift
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Formats
- 2 × CD
- Album
- Reissue
- CD
- 2 × Vinyl
- LP
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Recorded At | Battery Sound |
| Made By | U.S. Optical Disc |
| Mastered At | Europadisk |
| Pressed By | Europadisk |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Alto Saxophone | John Zorn (tracks: 2-9 to 2-12) |
| Drums | Ikue Mori (tracks: 2-1 to 2-8) |
| Drum Machine | Ikue Mori (tracks: 2-1 to 2-8) |
| Percussion | Samm Bennett (tracks: 1-5 to 1-10) |
| Electric Guitar | Fred Frith (tracks: 2-9 to 2-12) |
| Acoustic Guitar | Fred Frith (tracks: 2-9 to 2-12) |
| Vocals | Fred Frith (tracks: 2-9 to 2-12) |
| Guitar | Bill Frisell (tracks: 2-1 to 2-8) |
| Soprano Saxophone | Elliott Sharp (tracks: 1-1 to 1-4) |
| Piano | Wayne Horvitz (tracks: 1-1 to 1-4) |
| Synthesizer | Wayne Horvitz (tracks: 1-1 to 1-4) |
| Trombone | Jim Staley |
| Producer | Jim Staley |
| Voice | Shelley Hirsch (tracks: 1-5 to 1-10) |
| Co-producer | Fred Frith (tracks: 1, 5, 7, 9, 15) |
| Design | Laurie Szujewska |
| Engineer | Don Hünerberg (tracks: 1 to 3, 5 to 9, 11, 12, 14, 15), Eric Lijestrand (tracks: 4, 10, 13) |
| Mixed By | Don Hünerberg (tracks: 1 to 3, 5 to 9, 11, 12, 14, 15), Eric Lijestrand (tracks: 4, 10, 13) |
| Bass | Elliott Sharp (tracks: A1 to A4) |
| Mastered By | Jim Shelton |
| Synthesizer [Yamaha Dx-7 | Wayne Horvitz (tracks: A1 to A4) |
| Yamaha Rx-11] | Wayne Horvitz (tracks: A1 to A4) |
Notes
- Tracks 1-1 to 1-4: Recorded at Battery Sound, New York City, 18 June 1986.
- Tracks 1-5 to 1-10: Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City, 13 July 1986.
- Tracks 2-1 to 2-8: Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City, 23 August 1986.
- Tracks 2-9 to 2-12: Recorded at The Ranch, New York City, 3 November 1986.
- Featuring four trio configurations with Jim Staley :
- 4, 10, 13 : Recorded at Battery Sound, New York City on June 18, 1986.
- 3, 6, 8, 12 : Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City on July 13, 1986.
- 1, 5, 7, 9, 15 : Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City on August 23, 1986
- 2, 11, 14 : Recorded at The Ranch, New York City on November 3, 1986.
- Originally released in 1987 as a double lp on Rift Records.
- Edited and reordered to accommodate the change of format.
- Featuring four trio configurations:
- A1 to A4: Recorded at Battery Sound, New York City on June 18, 1986.
- B1 to B6: Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City on July 13, 1986.
- C1 to C8: Recorded at Radio City Studio, New York City on August 23, 1986
- D1 to D4: Recorded at The Ranch, New York City on November 3, 1986.
Barcodes
- Matrix / Runout: U.S. OPTICAL DISC EIN-004 <01>
- Matrix / Runout (Side A runout): RIFT-12-A Europadisk DMM
- Matrix / Runout (Side B runout): RIFT-12-B Europadisk DMM [diamond] S2
- Matrix / Runout (Side C runout): RIFT-12-C Europadisk DMM [diamond] S3
- Matrix / Runout (Side D runout): RIFT-12-D Europadisk DMM [diamond] S2
About Jim Staley
Trombonist known for his groundbreaking solo performances and collaborations with advanced music creators including Fred Frith, Tom Cora, Morgan Powell, David Weinstein, Takehisa Kosugi, Ikue Mori, Robin Holcomb, and many others. Also very active as a producer, mainly involving recordings in New York City club The Roulette.
Real Name
- Jim Staley
Name Vars
- J. Staley
- James Staley
- James Stalley
