Quit Jive’ In

Price: $15.98 - $13.44
(as of Nov 19,2025 21:06:44 UTC – Details)

**Features:**
– 7-inch reissue of a rare funk rarity by Miami-based, Cuban rock band Pearly Queen
– Includes the sought after track ‘Quit Jive’ In’ and a cover of The Rascals ‘Jungle Walk’
– Originally released in 1974 on Sound Triangle Records by Cuban record producer Manuel J. Mato
– Recognized by DJs and collectors such as Keb Darge and Jazzman Gerald
– ‘Quit Jive’ In’ written by Ray Fernandez of Ray & His Court fame
– ‘Jungle Walk’ is a rock-funk cover of The Rascals’ 1972 original by Buzzy Feiten

**Pros:**
– Double header of mid ’70s funk fire
– Rare funk gem that has been highly prized by collectors
– Track included in DJ Shadow & Cut Chemist’s ‘Brainfreeze’ mix
– ‘Quit Jive’ In’ features swaggering funk throwdown with heavy breaks and punchy horns
– ‘Jungle Walk’ is a rock-funk cover that wouldn’t be out of place in a Tarantino movie

**Cons:**
– Original 7″ release has been elusive for collectors
– Limited availability prior to reissue

This 7-inch reissue from Mr Bongo proudly presents a mythical, raw funk rarity by the Miami-based, Cuban rock band Pearly Queen. Featuring the infectious ‘Quit Jive’ In’ and a cover of The Rascals ‘Jungle Walk’, this release is a double header of mid ’70s funk fire. Originally released in 1974 on Sound Triangle Records by Cuban producer Manuel J. Mato, this scarce funk gem has been highly sought after by DJs and collectors. Written by Ray Fernandez, ‘Quit Jive’ In’ is a swaggering funk throwdown, while ‘Jungle Walk’ is a rock-funk cover that wouldn’t be out of place in a Tarantino movie. This reissue makes this rare funk track accessible to all music enthusiasts.