This 1976 release features Byrd at the height of his smooth jazz period, leaning into funk and R&B influences. The album is a prime example of his later, more commercial sound.
- The album was produced by Larry Mizell, who also produced Byrd's previous album, Places and Spaces.
- "Kofi" was one of the few Donald Byrd compositions to appear on his Blue Note records, with most tracks being covers or written by Mizell.
- The album reached number 10 on Billboard's Jazz Albums chart and number 137 on the Billboard 200.
Donald Byrd was an influential jazz trumpeter and composer, known for his work in hard bop and fusion. His prolific output on Blue Note Records defined a particular sound in late 60s and 70s jazz.
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