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Carla is an album by the bassist Steve Swallow, released on the Xtra Watt label in 1987.

Reception

AllMusic’s review by Scott Yanow states: “The post-bop music is reasonably unpredictable and, although not essential, holds one’s interest”.

Track listing
All compositions by Steve Swallow.

“Deep Trouble” – 6:09
“Crab Alley” – 3:46
“Fred and Ethel” – 4:55
“Read My Lips” – 4:53
“Afterglow” – 6:01
“Hold It Against Me” – 5:37
“Count the Ways” – 3:48
“Last Night” – 5:42

Personnel
Steve Swallow – bass guitar, keyboards
Larry Willis – piano
Carla Bley – organ, additional keyboards
Hiram Bullock – guitar
Victor Lewis – drums
Don Alias – percussion
Ida Kavafian – violin
Ikwhan Bae – viola
Fred Sherry – cello

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Released: 1987
Recorded: Winter 1986–1987
Studios: Grog Kill Studio, Willow, NY
Length: 40:36
Labels: Xtra Watt
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Producers Carla Bley & Steve Swallow