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| Released | 1985 | |||
| Genre | Vocal jazz | |||
| Length | 45:30 | |||
| Label | GRP Records | |||
| Producer | Dave Grusin | |||
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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.
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic |   [2] |
| The Encyclopedia of Popular Music | [3] |
| MusicHound Jazz: The Essential Album Guide | [4] |
Ron Wynn of AllMusic noted Stan Getz's excellent tenor saxophone and some good parts. [2] A Billboard reviewer stated that the stylish vocalist, surrounded by several very elegant Dave Grusin arrangements, creates a great listening experience. [5] Cash Box magazine wrote that this is a more spectacular work than last year's debut, shiny as glass, well-sung with the participation of eclectic guests. [6] Chris Albertson of Stereo Review stated that this is not a perfect album — Schuur's voice deserves more careful accompaniment, but it gives her the opportunity to demonstrate significant talent in working with a variety of material. [7]
| No. | Title | Writer(s) | Length |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | "Needle in a Haystack" | 3:13 | |
| 2. | "By Design" (with José Feliciano) |
| 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 McDaniels | 4:25 |
| 8. | "Take Me to the River" | 5:17 | |
| 9. | "Make a Plan" |
| 3:38 |
| 10. | "No Time for True Love" | Goodrum | 3:38 |
| 11. | "Sure Thing" | 3:16 | |
| Total length: | 45:30 | ||
| Chart (1986) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Top Jazz Albums ( Billboard ) [8] | 10 |
| US Top 40 Jazz Albums ( Cash Box ) [9] | 4 |
| Chart (1986) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Top Jazz Albums (Billboard) [10] | 30 |
| US Top 30 Jazz Albums (Cash Box) [11] | 12 |
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