Memphis Two-Step
In today's world, Memphis Two-Step has gained great relevance in society. Its impact has extended to different areas, generating discussions, debates and reflections around its importance and repercussions. From the political to the cultural sphere, Memphis Two-Step has become a topic of general interest that leaves no one indifferent. In this article, we will explore the many facets of Memphis Two-Step, analyzing its evolution over time and its influence on people's daily lives. Additionally, we will examine the different perspectives that exist around Memphis Two-Step, offering a complete overview of its impact on today's society.
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| Released | 1971 | |||
| Recorded | September – November 1970 | |||
| Genre | Soul jazz | |||
| Label | Embryo Records | |||
| Producer | Herbie Mann | |||
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Memphis Two-Step is a 1971 album by jazz flutist Herbie Mann. It was released on Mann's Embryo Records label, and distributed by Cotillion Records, a division of Atlantic Records.
Track listing
- Side A (tracks 1-4)/Side One (sic) (tracks 5-7)
- "Soul Man" (Isaac Hayes, David Porter) (4:49)
- "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down" (J. R. Robertson )(5:25)
- "Memphis Two-Step" (Don Sebesky) (6:27)
- "Down on the Corner" (John Fogerty) (5:50)
- "Guinnevere" (David Crosby) (8:00)
- "Acapulco Rain" (Mann) (7:54)
- "Kabuki Rock" (William S. Fischer) (5:30)
Personnel
- Herbie Mann - flute, producer
- Tracks 1, 2:
- Melvin Lastie and Ike Williams - flugelhorns and trumpets (#1,2)
- George Bohanon - trombone and baritone horn
- Albert Vescovo - guitar
- John Barnes - drums
- Darrell Clayborn - bass
- Richard Waters - drums
- Track 3:
- Roy Ayers - vibes
- Larry Coryell and Reggie Young - guitars
- Bobby Emmons - organ
- Bobby Wood - electric piano
- Mike Leech - Fender bass
- Gene Chrisman - drums
- Remaining tracks:
- Eric Weissberg, Sonny Sharrock and Charlie Brown - guitars
- Miroslav Vitouš - bass
- Bruno Carr - drums
- Carlos "Patato" Valdes - conga (track 4)
- Richard Resnicoff - guitar (replacing Charlie Brown on tracks 6, 7)
- Ron Carter - bass (tracks 6, 7)
- Eddie Simon - rainmaker (track 6)
- Technical
- Tom Dowd, David Green - recording engineer
- Katsuji Abe - photography
- Haig Adishian - album design
Production
- Tracks 1, 2 recorded at United Recording Studios, Los Angeles, California
- Track 3 recorded at American Sound Studios, Memphis, Tennessee, engineered by Tom Dowd
- All other selections recorded at A&R Studios, New York City
Charting
The album peaked at #3 on the Billboard Jazz Album chart, #41 on the Billboard R&B Album chart, and #137 on the Billboard 200. "Memphis Two-Step" and "Soul Man" were released as a single.
See also
References
- Memphis Two-Step, Herbie Mann. Embryo Records SD 531 (1971) (liner notes)