Jack of Clubs (album)

Jack of Clubs
Studio album by Paul Motian
Released	1985
Recorded	March 26–28, 1984
Genre	Jazz
Length	40:23
Label	Soul Note
Producer	Giovanni Bonandrini
Paul Motian chronology
The Story of Maryam (1984)The Story of Maryam1984 Jack of Clubs (1985) It Should've Happened a Long Time Ago (1985)It Should've Happened a Long Time Ago1985

Jack of Clubs is the second album by Paul Motian to be released on the Italian Soul Note label. It was released in 1985 and features performances by Motian with Bill Frisell and Joe Lovano, along with Ed Schuller and Jim Pepper.

Reception

The Allmusic Review by Scott Yanow states "The drummer's seven originals feature lots of variety in moods, ranging from witty to introspective and showcasing the colorful players at their best".

Professional ratings
Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic

Track listing

All compositions by Paul Motian

1. "Jack of Clubs" - 6:50
2. "Cathedral Song" - 8:32
3. "Split Decision" - 6:05
4. "Hide and Go Seek" - 4:26
5. "Lament" - 4:45
6. "Tanner Street" - 3:21
7. "Drum Music" - 6:24

• Recorded 26–28 March 1984 at Barigozzi Studio, Milano

Personnel

• Paul Motian - drums
• Bill Frisell - guitar
• Joe Lovano - tenor saxophone
• Jim Pepper - tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone
• Ed Schuller - bass