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Mississippi Gambler

Herbie Mann · 1972

39 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · disco · bossa nova

A seamless blend of jazz, funk, and blues that captures the spirit of the American South.

Mississippi Gambler is an album by Herbie Mann, released in 1972. A seamless blend of jazz, funk, and blues that captures the spirit of the American South. This album is significant for its fusion of diverse musical styles, contributing to the rise of jazz fusion in the early '70s. It includes the track '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction,' which showcases Mann's innovative approach to interpreting rock classics through a jazz lens, further solidifying his influence on subsequent artists within both the jazz and popular music scenes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mississippi Gambler sound like?

A seamless blend of jazz, funk, and blues that captures the spirit of the American South. Rooted in jazz fusion and disco.

What makes Mississippi Gambler by Herbie Mann notable?

This album is significant for its fusion of diverse musical styles, contributing to the rise of jazz fusion in the early '70s. It includes the track '(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction,' which showcases Mann's innovative approach to interpreting rock classics through a jazz lens, further solidifying his influence on subsequent artists within both the jazz and popular music scenes. When 'Mississippi Gambler' was released in 1972, Herbie Mann was evolving from a well-regarded jazz flautist into a more experimental artist. This album followed his successful foray into world music with 'Memphis Underground' and marked a continued exploration of blending genres like jazz and funk, which characterized his career during the early 1970s.

How many songs are on Mississippi Gambler?

Mississippi Gambler has 6 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·39:16

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

  • 1 Swing Low Sweet Chariot 5:28
  • 2 Mississippi Gambler Standout 6:51
  • 3 Dippermouth 8:52
  • 4 Respect Yourself Standout 5:26
  • 5 I've Been Loving You Too Long 5:49
  • 6 (I Can't Get No) Satisfaction Standout 6:50

Release Date

January 1, 1972

Genre

bossa nova, disco, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

39 min 16 sec