Smokin' is an album by American trombonist Curtis Fuller recorded in 1972 and released on the Mainstream label.

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".

Smokin' (Curtis Fuller album)

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.

Smokin' (Curtis Fuller album)

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

References

1972 albums

Curtis Fuller albums

Mainstream Records albums

Albums produced by Bob Shad

Smokin' (Curtis Fuller album)