Recorded in late 1959, Chances Are It Swings captures Shorty Rogers and his Giants in a swinging, mid-tempo groove, a slight departure from some of his more abstract work. The album features a compelling set of tunes, including originals and standards, delivered with the polished arrangements and impeccable musicianship characteristic of Rogers' output.
- The album was recorded on November 30, 1959, at Radio Recorders in Hollywood, California.
- The lineup for this session included some of the era's top West Coast jazz musicians, such as Bud Shank on saxophone and Jimmy Giuffre on clarinet.
- While not a chart-topper, the album was well-received by critics for its accessible yet sophisticated arrangements and strong soloing.
Shorty Rogers was a West Coast jazz trumpet and flugelhorn player, composer, and arranger, best known for his work in the cool jazz scene. In 1959, Rogers was a pivotal figure in the West Coast jazz sound, continuing a prolific output of recordings as a leader and sideman.
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