Burning The Ground Exclusive 1981

“Razzamatazz” is a lively, jazz-infused track by Quincy Jones, featuring the soulful vocals of Patti Austin. It’s from Jones’ 1981 album “The Dude”, a groundbreaking release that showcases his incredible versatility as a producer, composer, and arranger. The album itself is a genre-blending masterpiece, merging elements of jazz, R&B, funk, and pop, and “Razzamatazz” stands out as a prime example of this fusion.

The song’s upbeat tempo, vibrant brass section, and lively rhythm embody the playful energy of its title. Austin’s vocals add an infectious spark, perfectly complementing the lush instrumentation. “Razzamatazz” became one of the album’s hits, especially popular in the UK, where it reached the Top 20 on the singles chart, giving Quincy Jones a significant presence in pop and R&B.

“The Dude” was highly acclaimed, earning several Grammy Awards and becoming a commercial success. “Razzamatazz” helped to reinforce Jones’ reputation not just as a jazz musician but as a crossover artist capable of appealing to pop audiences worldwide. The song remains a classic example of early 80s jazz-pop, with its dynamic rhythm and colorful production still resonating with listeners.

+De-notes vinyl-only

SIDE A:
Razzamatazz (Special Extended Version)+ 4:55
Written-By – Rod Temperton

SIDE B:
Betcha’ Wouldn’t Hurt Me (Special Extended Version)+ 5:22
Written-By – Stephanie Andrews, Stevie Wonder

VINYL GRADE:
Vinyl: Near Mint
Sleeve: Near Mint

RELEASE INFORMATION:
Label: A&M Records – SP-12040
Format: Vinyl, 12″, 33 ⅓ RPM
Country: US
Released: Jun 6, 1981
Genre: Electronic, Funk / Soul, Pop
Style: Jazz, Soul

CREDITS:

• Producer – Quincy Jones
• Vocals, Featuring – Patti Austin

NOTES:
Both tracks are special extended versions from the A&M album “The Dude”.
Patti Austin appears courtesy of Qwest Records.

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VINYL TRANSFER & AUDIO RESTORATION:
-DjPaulT
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THE GEAR:
Turntable: Technics SL-1200MK7
Cartridge/Stylus:  Ortofon 2M Black PnP MkII
Turntable Isolation Platform: ISO-Tone™ Turntable Isolation Platform
Platter: Pro Spin Acrylic Mat
Stabilizer: Pro-Ject Record Puck
Phono Pre-amp: Pro-Jec Tube Box DS2
Tubes: Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 ECC83/B759 Gold Pins Vacuum Tube – Matched Pair
DAC: Alpha Design Labs GT40a USB DAC
Record Cleaning: VPI HW 16.5 Record Cleaning Machine
Artwork Scans: Epson Workforce WF-7610 Professional Printer/Scanner

SOFTWARE:
Recording/Editing: Adobe Audition 25 (Recording)
Down Sampling/Dither: iZotope RX Advanced 2
Artwork Editor: Adobe Photoshop CS5
Click Removal: Manual
FLAC/MP3 Conversion: dBpoweramp
M3U Playlist: Playlist Creator

RESTORATION NOTES:
All vinyl rips are recorded @ 32bit/float
FLAC (Level Eight)
Artwork scanned at 600dpi

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