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Q's Jook Joint

Quincy Jones · 1995

69 min · 15 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B

A vibrant fusion of jazz, soul, and funk that celebrates the joy of music and community.

Why this album works

Best for
dynamic emotional journeys long, immersive listening sessions atmospheric background focus
Context
By the time Quincy Jones released 'Q's Jook Joint' in 1995, he was already a revered figure in music with a career spanning over four decades. This album followed his successful projects in the 1980s, including the landmark 'Back on the Block', and showcased his ability to blend various genres while mentoring new talent.
If you like
funk, jazz, R&B

Q's Jook Joint is an album by Quincy Jones, released in 1995. A vibrant fusion of jazz, soul, and funk that celebrates the joy of music and community. 'Q's Jook Joint' is significant for its eclectic mix of styles and features several prominent artists, contributing to its critical acclaim. It received positive reviews from major publications and further solidified Jones's status as a producer capable of bridging generations and genres. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Q's Jook Joint sound like?

A vibrant fusion of jazz, soul, and funk that celebrates the joy of music and community. Rooted in funk and jazz.

What makes Q's Jook Joint by Quincy Jones notable?

'Q's Jook Joint' is significant for its eclectic mix of styles and features several prominent artists, contributing to its critical acclaim. It received positive reviews from major publications and further solidified Jones's status as a producer capable of bridging generations and genres. By the time Quincy Jones released 'Q's Jook Joint' in 1995, he was already a revered figure in music with a career spanning over four decades. This album followed his successful projects in the 1980s, including the landmark 'Back on the Block', and showcased his ability to blend various genres while mentoring new talent.

Who is Q's Jook Joint for?

Q's Jook Joint works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and atmospheric background focus.

How many songs are on Q's Jook Joint?

Q's Jook Joint has 15 tracks, running approximately 69 minutes.

Tracklist

15 tracks·69:51

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

  • 1 Jook Joint Intro 1:33
  • 2 Let the Good Times Roll Standout 2:55
  • 3 Cool Joe, Mean Joe (Killer Joe) 7:32
  • 4 You Put a Move on My Heart Standout 6:13
  • 5 Rock With You 4:09
  • 6 Moody’s Mood for Love 4:18
  • 7 Stomp 6:15
  • 8 Jook Joint Reprise 0:56
  • 9 Do Nothin’ Till You Hear From Me 3:57
  • 10 Is It Love That We’re Missin’ 4:45
  • 11 Heaven’s Girl 5:26
  • 12 Stuff Like That Standout 5:45
  • 13 Slow Jams 7:31
  • 14 At the End of the Day (Grace) 7:42
  • 15 Jook Joint Outro 0:48

Release Date

January 1, 1995

Genre

funk, jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

69 min 51 sec