Gene Krupa, a great drummer who represented the swing era, is famous for elevating the drums, which had been a supporting instrument, to a leading role. He later influenced many musicians, including Ringo Starr and other rock drummers, who admired him. This album was recorded in 1956 with arrangements by Quincy Jones and others, featuring a veteran female vocalist, Anita O'Day, and the famous trumpeter Roy Eldridge, backed by an orchestra. It's a great performance. In "Let Me Off Uptown," Eldridge showcases his cool vocals in a call-and-response with Anita. US Original Verve MGV-2008 mono DG The coated jacket shows signs of aging, including scratches, peeling, yellowing, stains, dirt, and corner wear. The record has scratches (see photos 5-11) and some surface noise. Because it's mono, it's not as noticeable as it might seem, but please refrain from purchasing if you are at all concerned.