Jackson Heights

Label: Vertigo
Country: UK
Released: 1973
Format: Vinyl,LP,Album

Album Overview

Bump 'N' Grind is the fourth and final studio album by the British progressive rock group Jackson Heights. Released in 1973 on the Vertigo label, this album marked the conclusion of the band's recording career. The album is available in vinyl format as an LP, cataloged under 6360 092.

Musical Composition

The album features intricate orchestral arrangements that were orchestrated and conducted by Ian Green. These arrangements add a rich layer to the band's sound, which is characterized by their blend of rock and progressive elements. High-profile guest musicians contributed to the album, enhancing its complexity and depth.

Key Collaborations

Keith Emerson, known for his work with The Nice, programmed the Moog synthesizer for Brian Chatton on this album. This collaboration adds a distinctive electronic texture to the music. The drumming on the album is notable, with contributions from two former King Crimson drummers: Michael Giles and Ian Wallace. Giles played on tracks such as "I Could Be Your Orchestra" and "Public Romance," while Wallace drummed on songs including "Long Necked Lady" and "Whatever Happened To The Conversation."

Core Lineup and Contributions

The core lineup of Jackson Heights during this album consisted of Lee Jackson, who contributed vocals, bass, congas, and electric cello. Brian Chatton played keyboards, clarinet, and the Moog synthesizer, also providing vocals. John McBurnie contributed lead vocals, acoustic guitar, and Mellotron. Guest violinist Johnny Van Derrick added further depth to the arrangements.

Aftermath and Future Projects

Following the release of Bump 'N' Grind, Lee Jackson formed a new band called Refugee with Brian Davison and Patrick Moraz. This new group continued to explore the symphonic progressive rock genre.

Release Information

Bump 'N' Grind was released in 1973, under the Vertigo label, with a catalog number of 6360 092.

Tracklist

A1	I Could Be Your Orchestra Written-By – MurphyWritten-By – McBurnie	4:22
A2	Spaghetti Sunshine Written-By – Chatton*	3:30
A3	Long Necked Lady Written-By – McBurnie*	3:40
A4	Public Romance Written-By – Chatton*	2:40
A5	Bump And Grind Written-By – McBurnie*	3:30
B1	Cumberland Country Written-By – ChattonWritten-By – Jackson	4:30
B2	It's A Shame Written-By – ChattonWritten-By – Jackson	4:25
B3	Ladies In The Chorus Written-By – ChattonWritten-By – Jackson	3:10
B4	Whatever Happened To The Conversation Written-By – ChattonWritten-By – McBurnieWritten-By – Jackson*	4:03

Credits

Arranged By, Conductor – Ian Green
Banjo – Billy Bell
Bass – Chris Laurence
Cello – Helen Liebmann
Cello – Lynden Cranham
Cello – Martin Robinson
Cello – Mike Hurwitz
Cover [Concept] – Fabio Nicoli
Cover [Concept] – Roger Stowell
Drums – Ian Wallace
Drums – Mike Giles*
Electric Guitar – Roger McKew
Engineer – Chris Harding
Engineer – Roger Wake
Executive-Producer – Johnny Toogood
Fiddle – Johnny Van Derrick
Graphics, Typography – William Stone & Associates
Model ["The Lady On The Cover"] – Mlle. Anne Goddet*
Photography By – Roger Stowell
Producer – Lee Jackson
Programmed By [Loaned] [Moog Synthesizer] – Keith Emerson
Stylist [Photographic] – Ann Chandler
Viola – Brian Hawkins
Viola – Brian Mack
Viola – Don McVay*
Viola – Jan Schlapp
Violin – Alan Travers
Violin – Andy Babynchuk
Violin – Cathy Wei*
Violin – Clare Farmer
Violin – David Woodcock
Violin – Eddy Roberts*
Violin – Liz Edwards*
Violin – Gavyn Wright
Violin – Godfrey Salmon
Violin – Jeff Grey
Violin – Louise Jopling
Violin – Paul Pearce
Violin, Soloist – Johnny Van Derrick
Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Mellotron [Melletron], Percussion – John McBurnie
Vocals, Bass Guitar, Congas, Percussion, Cello [Electric] – Lee Jackson
Vocals, Piano, Clarinet, Organ, Mellotron [Melletron], Harpsichord, Celesta [Celeste], Tubular Bells, Electric Piano [Electric Pianette], Synthesizer [Moog] – Brian Chatton