Sco-Mule
Gov't Mule · 2015
153 min · 11 tracks · Southern rock
A dynamic fusion of Southern rock and jazz-inspired improvisation, showcasing the band's virtuosic musicianship.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended jam sessions for immersion
- wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts
- patient exploration of musical themes
- headphone detail hunting for nuances
- ideal for late-night listening
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, catchy tunes
- dislike lengthy instrumental passages
Where this album fits
- Career context
- 'Sco-Mule' was released in 2015, marking a significant moment for Gov't Mule as it celebrated their 20th anniversary. This album came after their exploration of various genres and showcased their evolution from a Southern rock band into a more eclectic jam band, often noted for their improvisational prowess. It features live recordings from a special collaboration with jazz legend John Scofield, reflecting their ongoing commitment to musical experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Allman Brothers Band· Widespread Panic· Blackberry Smoke
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hottentot 11:06
- 2 Tom Thumb 11:06
- 3 Doing It to Death 12:08
- 4 Birth of the Mule 15:34
- 5 Sco-Mule 9:16
- 6 Kind of Bird 18:13
Disc 2
- 1 Pass the Peas 10:20
- 2 Devil Likes It Slow 13:02
- 3 Hottentot (alternate version) 11:40
- 4 Kind of Bird (alternate version) 18:17
- 5 Afro Blue 23:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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