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Tips in Baghdad by Tom Teasley

From the album

Album Title: Lunch Break
Label: Self Produced
Released: 2025

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About the Album

"Tips in Baghdad" borrows from Tom's experience touring in Iraq, where he used the frame drum played in a Mesopotamian style. He combines this with a New Orleans second line (ish) drumkit part inspired by his time playing at the famous NO club Tippatinos. Dave Ballou works some magical, groovy trumpet work on top. The entire record was recorded on a lunch break from Tom's schedule, recording an educational video for the companies he represents. You can view video of the entire record at the Bandcamp link below.

Tracks

Tips in Baghdad; Four or Six; When the Wind Cries; For Max; Rush Hour; Lullaby; Jongo; Mop Shake and Roll; Prayer for the Ancestors; Riqq Talk; Gratitude.

Personnel

Tom Teasley

percussion

Dave Ballou

trumpet

Additional Personnel

Tom Teasley - All Drums and Percussion Dave Ballou - Trumpet

Reviews

Lunch Break by Alberto Bazzurro

Date featured

April 16, 2025

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