*Midnight Over Memphis* by John Stubblefield is a jazz album released in 1979 that showcases the tenor saxophonist’s versatile style and command over the instrument. Known for his soulful, energetic playing, Stubblefield blends elements of funk, soul, and post-bop jazz throughout the album. The title track, "Midnight Over Memphis," sets a moody, introspective tone, while other tracks offer up grooves infused with lively, syncopated rhythms, tight horn arrangements, and inventive solos. This album marks Stubblefield’s exploration into the electric jazz-funk scene of the late 70s, supported by a talented lineup, and highlights his ability to bridge traditional jazz with contemporary influences.
John Stubblefield – Midnight Over Memphis
Лейбл: Denon – YX-7546-ND
Формат:
Пластинки, LP, Album
Страна: Japan
Дата релиза: 1979
Жанр: Funk / Soul, Jazz
Стиль: Jazz-Funk
A1 Iska Iska 7:52
A2 Midnight Over Memphis 9:27 (+)
B1 Mimi 8:36 (+)
B2 Cinnamon Showers 5:58 (+)
B3 Tomorrows Friend 4:12 (+)
recorded: at Sound Ideas Studios, NY
november, 11. / 13. 1978
Tenor Saxophone, Soprano Saxophone – John Stubblefield
Piano, Keyboards – Onaje Allan Gumbs
Clavinet [B1] – Eddie Harris
Electric Bass – Don Pate, Fernando Gumbs
Drums – Buddy Williams
Percussion – Steve Thornton
Producer – Yoshio Ozawa
Engineer, Recording Supervisor – Norio Okada
Mixed By, Remix – Jim McCurdy
A&R – Reginald Workman
Liner Notes – Hideo Eguchi, Yohzo Iwanami
Photography By – Shingo Satoh
Design – Kenji Sugiyama
VERSIONS
Midnight over Memphis written by John Stubblefield English
Title Performer Release date Info
Midnight over Memphis Hank Crawford 1976 First release
Midnight over Memphis Nat Adderley November 1976
Midnight over Memphis John Stubblefield 1979