Q: Soul Bossa Nostra | ||||
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Studio album by Quincy Jones | ||||
Released | November 9, 2010 | |||
Recorded | 2009–2010 | |||
Genre | Hip hop, R&B | |||
Label | Qwest, Interscope | |||
Producer | Quincy Jones (exec.), Scott Storch, Jermaine Dupri, RedOne, Mervyn Warren, Q-Tip, Jaylien 2010 | |||
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Q: Soul Bossa Nostra is a 2010 studio album by Quincy Jones, recorded with various artists. The album was released on November 9, 2010. The title of the album refers to Jones' 1962 instrumental track "Soul Bossa Nova".
Recorded as a tribute to Jones, and featuring re-interpretations of songs associated with him, it is Jones' first original album since 1995's Q's Jook Joint. Jones serves as executive producer. Regarding the forthcoming album Jones stated, "Each artist picked a song that resonated with them for different reasons. I am honored that everyone wanted to be a part of this celebration of these songs. They all made them their own and knocked them out of the park."