Schuur Thing is the third studio album by American singer and pianist Diane Schuur, released in 1985 through the GRP Records label. The album was arranged and produced by Dave Grusin.
Critical reception
| Review scores | |
|---|---|
| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [2] |
| The Encyclopedia of Popular Music | [3] |
| MusicHound Jazz: The Essential Album Guide | [4] |
Ron Wynn of AllMusic noted Stan Getz's excellent tenor saxophone and some good parts.[2] A Billboard reviewer stated that the stylish vocalist, surrounded by several very elegant Dave Grusin arrangements, creates a great listening experience.[5] Cash Box magazine wrote that this is a more spectacular work than last year's debut, shiny as glass, well-sung with the participation of eclectic guests.[6] Chris Albertson of Stereo Review stated that this is not a perfect album — Schuur's voice deserves more careful accompaniment, but it gives her the opportunity to demonstrate significant talent in working with a variety of material.[7]
Track listing
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Needle in a Haystack" | 3:13 | |
| 2. | "By Design" (with José Feliciano) |
| 3:51 |
| 3. | "Love Dance" | 5:35 | |
| 4. | "Love You Back" | 3:55 | |
| 5. | "Someday We'll All Be Free" |
| 4:00 |
| 6. | "It Don't Mean a Thing If It Ain’t Got That Swing" | 3:42 | |
| 7. | "American Wedding Song" (with José Feliciano) | Eugene McDaniels | 4:25 |
| 8. | "Take Me to the River" | 5:17 | |
| 9. | "Make a Plan" |
| 3:38 |
| 10. | "No Time for True Love" | Goodrum | 3:38 |
| 11. | "Sure Thing" | 3:16 | |
| Total length: | 45:30 | ||
Personnel
- Diane Schuur - vocals
- Jose Feliciano - lead vocals (2, 7)
- Stan Getz - tenor saxophone (3, 6)
- Dave Grusin - keyboards (1, 3-10), synthesizers (1, 2, 5, 7), string arrangements, conductor
- Larry Williams - synthesizers (2, 4, 8, 9)
- Lee Ritenour - electric guitars (1, 4, 8, 9)
- Abraham Laboriel - bass guitar (1-5, 7-10)
- Chuck Domanico - bass (6)
- Carlos Vega - drums
- Paulinho Da Costa - percusion (4-6, 9)
Charts
Weekly charts
| Chart (1986) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Top Jazz Albums (Billboard)[8] | 10 |
| US Top 40 Jazz Albums (Cash Box)[9] | 4 |
Year-end charts
| Chart (1986) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Top Jazz Albums (Billboard)[10] | 30 |
| US Top 30 Jazz Albums (Cash Box)[11] | 12 |
References
- ^ "Single Releases: Diane Schuur – By Design" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 39, no. 28. December 12, 1985. p. 9. ISSN 0008-7289.
- ^ a b Wynn, Ron. "Schuur Thing Review". AllMusic. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ Larkin, Colin (2006). "Schuur, Diane". The Encyclopedia of Popular Music. Vol. 7 (4th ed.). New York: Muze UK Ltd. p. 295. ISBN 978-0-19-531373-4.
- ^ Okamoto, David (1998). "Diane Schuur". In Holtje, Steve; Lee, Nancy Ann (eds.). MusicHound Jazz: The Essential Album Guide. Musichound Series (Illustrated ed.). Schirmer Trade Books. p. 1005. ISBN 1-57859-031-0.
- ^ "Reviews: Diane Schuur – Schuur Thing" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 97, no. 44. November 2, 1985. p. 73. ISSN 0006-2510.
- ^ "Feature Picks: Diane Schuur – Schuur Thing" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 39, no. 22. November 9, 1985. p. 28. ISSN 0008-7289.
- ^ Albertson, Chris (May 1986). "Diane Schuur: Schuur Thing" (PDF). Stereo Review. Vol. 51, no. 5. p. 118. ISSN 0039-1220.
- ^ "Top Jazz Albums" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 98, no. 13. March 29, 1986. p. 37. ISSN 0006-2510.
- ^ "Jazz Top 40 Albums" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 49, no. 51. June 7, 1986. p. 22. ISSN 0008-7289.
- ^ "Number One Awards: Top Jazz Albums" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 98, no. 52. December 27, 1986. p. Y-27. ISSN 0006-2510.
- ^ "Jazz Album Awards: Top Thirty Jazz" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 50, no. 28. December 27, 1986. p. 54. ISSN 0008-7289.
External links
- Schuur Thing at Discogs (list of releases)
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