Jazz Saltarin = Jumpin' Jive

Released in 1981 on A&M Records, Jazz Saltarin, also known as Jumpin' Jive, marked a significant departure for British musician Joe Jackson. Following the success of his earlier new wave albums, Jackson shifted his focus toward the jump blues and swing music of the 1930s and 1940s. He sought to revitalize the energy of artists like Louis Jordan and Cab Calloway, recording the album with a specially assembled ensemble that aimed for a raw, energetic sound that captured the spirit of the original big band era rather than a polished, modern imitation.

The album was received as a stylistic curiosity that demonstrated Jackson's technical versatility as an arranger and pianist. While it surprised critics who expected another rock-oriented project, it was largely praised for its sincerity and for highlighting Jackson's deep appreciation for mid-century American jazz. The record remains a notable entry in his discography for its role in sparking a wider interest in jump blues revivalism during the early 1980s.