Limited Gatefold Edition. Deluxe 180-Gram Reissue. Including Original Artwork. A classic soul-funk jazz masterpiece by music giant Quincy Jones, Gula Matari marked his second and final album under the Creed Taylor aegis. It constituted a real step forward for the jazzman, who was moving here into sophisticated new territory. Instrumentation includes: Milt Jackson, vibes; Hubert Laws, flute; Freddie Hubbard, trumpet; Eric Gale, guitar; Herbie Hancock and Bob James, keyboards; special guests include Toots Thielemans on guitar and soulful vocals by Valerie Simpson. Among the highlights are the incredible 12-minute tribal groove of the title track, a killer take on Nat Adderley's "Hummir, and the churchy R&B cover of Paul Simon's mega-hit "Bridge Over Troubled Water".
Release date:
January 27, 2023
Label:
Install our app to receive notifications when new upcoming releases are added.

Recommended equipment and accessories
-
Cartridges - Top Picks
A selection of turnatble cartridges that provide great performance and sound quality
-
Vevor Ultrasonic Cleaner
Thoroughly clean and restore your vinyl records, removing dust, dirt, and grime from every groove without damaging the surface
-
Nagaoka MP-110H Cartridge
Features a high-quality elliptical stylus that provides excellent tracking and minimizes distortion, delivering a detailed sound reproduction with an output voltage of 5.0 mV
-
Technics SL-1500C Turntable
Features a direct-drive motor, a high-precision tonearm, and a premium MM cartridge, delivering exceptional sound quality
-
Phono Preamps - Top Picks
A selection of the best phono preamps for your turntable setup
Featured Upcoming Vinyl
-
Marcus King Darling Blue
Republic Records
September 26, 2025 -
Shaki Tavi Minor Slip
Felte Records
August 15, 2025 -
Ed Sheeran Play (Amazon Exclusive; Purple)
Atlantic
September 12, 2025 -
Aidan Bissett Shut up and love me (Clear)
10K Projects/Capitol
July 25, 2025 -
The Fall Seminal Live
Beggars Banquet
September 5, 2025 -
Frost Children SISTER
True Panther Records
September 12, 2025 -
Warren Zevon My Ride's Here Emerald
Friday Rights Management Llc
October 3, 2025 -
Vince Guaraldi You're A Good Sport, Charlie Brown
Lee Mendelson Film Productions
September 12, 2025 -
Wednesday Bleeds - Eco Mix
Dead Oceans
September 19, 2025 -
Winter Adult Romantix
Winspear
August 22, 2025 -
Thin Lizzy Live And Dangerous (Metallic Silver) [2xLP]
Friday Music Two
October 31, 2025 -
Mono Inc Darkness
No Cut
August 15, 2025 -
Sister. Two Birds
Mtn Laurel Rec. Co.
August 15, 2025 -
Demonstealer The Propaganda Machine (Tourqouse)
Black Lion Records
August 15, 2025