Slippery When Wet (Bud Shank album)

Slippery When Wet is a soundtrack album by American saxophonist Bud Shank, released in 1959 on the World Pacific label. It serves as the soundtrack to Bruce Brown's 1959 surf film of the same name.

Background

The album was recorded on April 18, 1959, at World Pacific Studios in Hollywood, California, and produced by Richard Bock. It is categorized within the jazz genre.

Track Listing

All compositions were written by Bud Shank:

1. "Mook's Theme" – 4:32
2. "Surf Pipers" – 3:32
3. "The Surf and I" – 3:06
4. "Up in Velseyland" – 3:23
5. "Surf for Two" – 3:39
6. "Slippery When Wet" – 2:36
7. "Going My Wave" – 3:10
8. "Old King Nep's Tune" – 3:43
9. "Walkin' on the Water" – 4:42
10. "Soupsville" – 3:34

Reception

AllMusic rated the album with 3 out of 5 stars.

Personnel

The album features Bud Shank on saxophone, with accompanying musicians including Billy Bean (guitar), Gary Peacock (bass), and Chuck Flores (drums), among others.

Release Information

• Label: World Pacific (catalog number WP 1265)
• Format: LP, also released in stereo as ST-1265
• Producer: Richard Bock