
In February 1976, “Reprise” label released “The Art of Tea”, the second Michael Franks album. It was recorded May – June 1975, and was produced by Tommy LiPuma.
Personnel:
- Michael Franks – vocals
- Michael Brecker – saxophone
- David Sanborn – saxophone
- Joe Sample – keyboards
- Larry Bunker – vibraphone
- Larry Carlton – guitar
- Wilton Felder – bass
- John Guerin – drums
- Jerry Steinholtz – congas
- Al Schmitt – recording, mixing
- Lee Hershbrook, Bruce Botnick – recording
- Doug Sax – mastering
- Ed Thrasher – art direction, photography
Track listing:
All tracks by Michael Franks, except where noted.
- Nightmoves – Michael Franks, Michael Small
- Eggplant
- Monkey See – Monkey Do
- St. Elmo’s Fire
- I Don’t Know Why I’m So Happy I’m Sad
- Jive
- Popsicle Toes
- Sometimes I Just Forget To Smile
- Mr. Blue