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Jamming with Edward!

Mick Jagger · 1972

36 min · 6 tracks · R&B · rock & roll

An intimate exploration of blues-infused improvisation featuring loose jam sessions and spontaneous musical conversations.

Jamming with Edward! is an album by Mick Jagger, released in 1972. An intimate exploration of blues-infused improvisation featuring loose jam sessions and spontaneous musical conversations. 'Jamming with Edward!' is significant as it captures the spontaneity of jam sessions typical of that era, providing insight into the creative process of major rock figures. While not commercially successful, it has been influential for its raw approach to music-making, impacting future jam-based projects within rock and blues. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Jamming with Edward! sound like?

An intimate exploration of blues-infused improvisation featuring loose jam sessions and spontaneous musical conversations. Rooted in R&B and rock & roll.

What makes Jamming with Edward! by Mick Jagger notable?

'Jamming with Edward!' is significant as it captures the spontaneity of jam sessions typical of that era, providing insight into the creative process of major rock figures. While not commercially successful, it has been influential for its raw approach to music-making, impacting future jam-based projects within rock and blues. Released in 1972, 'Jamming with Edward!' marks a unique side project for Mick Jagger during a period when The Rolling Stones were on a brief hiatus. This album showcases Jagger's collaboration with pianist Nicky Hopkins and other musicians, allowing him to experiment outside the band's mainstream rock sound, following the Stones' acclaimed album 'Sticky Fingers' released the previous year.

How many songs are on Jamming with Edward!?

Jamming with Edward! has 6 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·36:07

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Boudoir Stomp Standout 5:13
  • 2 It Hurts Me Too Standout 5:12
  • 3 Edward's Thrump Up 8:11
  • 4 Blow With Ry Standout 11:05
  • 5 Interlude a la el Hopo 2:04
  • 6 Highland Fling 4:20

Release Date

January 1, 1972

Genre

Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

36 min 7 sec