The Dude
Quincy Jones · 1981
41 min · 9 tracks · funk · jazz · R&B
A vibrant fusion of jazz, funk, and soul that celebrates musical diversity with infectious grooves.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- infectious grooves for dancing
- steady flow for social gatherings
- feel-good vibes throughout session
- engaging melodies for sing-alongs
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking intense emotional depth
- prefer quick, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1981, 'The Dude' marked Quincy Jones' first album after his commercial peak with the soundtrack for 'The Wiz' and set the stage for his later work in film scoring. At this point in his career, Jones was transitioning from being primarily a producer to showcasing his artistry as a solo artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Herbie Hancock· Stevie Wonder· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ai no Corrida 6:27
- 2 The Dude 5:37
- 3 Just Once 4:32
- 4 Betcha' Wouldn't Hurt Me 3:47
- 5 Somethin' Special 3:57
- 6 Razzamatazz 4:16
- 7 One Hundred Ways 4:19
- 8 Velas 4:06
- 9 Turn on the Action 4:20
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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