Schuur Thing

Schuur Thing
Studio album by
Diane Schuur
Released1985 (1985)
GenreVocal jazz
Length45:30
LabelGRP
ProducerDave Grusin
Diane Schuur chronology
Deedles
(1984)		 Schuur Thing
(1985)		 Timeless
(1986)
Singles from Schuur Thing
  1. "By Design"
    Released: 1985

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

Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
AllMusicStarStarStarStar
The Encyclopedia of Popular MusicStarStarStar
MusicHound Jazz: The Essential Album GuideStarStarStar

Ron Wynn of AllMusic noted Stan Getz's "excellent tenor saxophone; some good leads." A Billboard reviewer stated that "this classy jazz bred vocalist is surrounded by some very elegant Dave Grusin arrangements, creating a fine listening experience." Cash Box magazine called the album "a slick-as-glass, well-sung effort," noting the guest appearances. Chris Albertson of Stereo Review stated, "I am not saying that this is a great album - Schuur's voice deserves more compassionate accompaniment - but it does give her a chance to show off a considerable talent for handling a variety of material."

Track listing

No.TitleWriter(s)Length
1."Needle in a Haystack"
3:13
2."By Design" (with José Feliciano)
  • Jodie Victor
  • Larry Prentiss
  • Steve Lane
  • Vince DiCola
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 McDaniels4:25
8."Take Me to the River"
5:17
9."Make a Plan"
  • Brent Maher
  • Goodrum
3:38
10."No Time for True Love"Goodrum3:38
11."Sure Thing"
3:16
Total length:45:30

Personnel

Charts

Weekly charts

Weekly chart performance for Schuur Thing
Chart (1986) Peak
position
US Top Jazz Albums (Billboard) 10
US Top 40 Jazz Albums (Cash Box) 4

Year-end charts

Year-end chart performance for Schuur Thing
Chart (1986) Peak
position
US Top Jazz Albums (Billboard) 30
US Top 30 Jazz Albums (Cash Box) 12

References

  1. ↑ "Single Releases: Diane Schuur – By Design" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 39, no. 28. December 12, 1985. p. 9. ISSN 0008-7289.
  2. 1 2 Wynn, Ron. "Schuur Thing Review". AllMusic. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
  3. ↑ 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.
  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.
  5. ↑ "Reviews: Diane Schuur – Schuur Thing" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 97, no. 44. November 2, 1985. p. 73. ISSN 0006-2510.
  6. ↑ "Feature Picks: Diane Schuur – Schuur Thing" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 39, no. 22. November 9, 1985. p. 28. ISSN 0008-7289.
  7. ↑ Albertson, Chris (May 1986). "Diane Schuur: Schuur Thing" (PDF). Stereo Review. Vol. 51, no. 5. p. 118. ISSN 0039-1220.
  8. ↑ "Top Jazz Albums" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 98, no. 13. March 29, 1986. p. 37. ISSN 0006-2510.
  9. ↑ "Jazz Top 40 Albums" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 49, no. 51. June 7, 1986. p. 22. ISSN 0008-7289.
  10. ↑ "Number One Awards: Top Jazz Albums" (PDF). Billboard. Vol. 98, no. 52. December 27, 1986. p. Y-27. ISSN 0006-2510.
  11. ↑ "Jazz Album Awards: Top Thirty Jazz" (PDF). Cash Box. Vol. 50, no. 28. December 27, 1986. p. 54. ISSN 0008-7289.