This 1963 LP captures The Jazz Crusaders during a period of transition, as they began to incorporate more soulful and R&B elements into their established hard bop sound. It’s a snapshot of a band finding its next gear.
- The album was recorded in Los Angeles and produced by Bob Shad.
- The LP was the group's first release on the newly formed Revolver Records label.
- "Tough Talk" reached number 14 on the Billboard Jazz Albums chart in 1964.
The Jazz Crusaders were a pioneering West Coast jazz group known for their blend of hard bop, soul, and funk. Formed in the late 1950s, they achieved significant popularity during the 1960s and 70s.
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