Mr. Mean

by Ohio Players

Mr. Mean cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1 January 1977
  • Label: Mercury
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 39:56
  • Community rating: 3.52/5 from 4 ratings

Artists on this release: Marshall Jones, Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner, James "Diamond" Williams, Clarence Satchell, Ralph "Pee Wee" Middlebrooks, Robert "Kuumba" Jones, Marvin "Merv" Pierce, Clarence "Chet" Willis

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Serving primarily as the soundtrack to the Italian-American crime film of the same name, this album captures the iconic band pivoting heavily toward late-70s disco trends. While retaining their signature brass sections and undeniable funk grooves, the record embraces a slicker, more cinematic dancefloor aesthetic.

Genres

Descriptors: Rhythmic, Dance, Soundtrack, funky, groove-laden, rhythmic, soulful, vocal

Tracklist

  1. Mr. Mean (5:15)
  2. Fight Me, Chase Me (5:08)
  3. The Controller's Mind (1:33)
  4. The Big Score (7:35)
  5. Magic Trick (6:56)
  6. Good Luck Charm (9:35)
  7. Speak Easy (3:51)

Credits

  • Clarence Satchell - alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, flute, drum machine [rhythm king], percussion, vocals, written-by
  • Billy Beck - clavinet [hohner d6], electric piano [fender rhodes], grand piano, organ [hammond b3], synthesizer [arp "odyssey", arp string ensemble], percussion, vocals, written-by
  • Robert "Kuumba" Jones - congas
  • James "Diamond" Williams - cowbell, drums, vibraphone [vibes], percussion, vocals, written-by
  • Marshall Jones - electric bass, written-by
  • Marvin "Merv" Pierce - flugelhorn, trombone, trumpet, written-by
  • Leroy "Sugarfoot" Bonner - guitar, lead vocals, percussion, written-by
  • Robin McBride - other [special thanks to]

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