In the 1980s, The Crusaders became a popular fusion group with their hit "Street Life" featuring guest Randy Crawford. This album, however, takes us back to the 1960s when they were known as "The Jazz Crusaders" and were focused on jazz. It's a record they released on the prestigious West Coast label, Pacific Jazz Records. Each member performs their original compositions in a hard-hitting jazz style, yet there's a hint of the changes to come. The veteran lineup includes Wilton Felder (ts, as), Wayne Henderson (tb, eupho), Joe Sample (p), and Stix Hooper (ds), with guest appearances by Joe Pass (g) and Monk Montgomery (b) on some tracks, delivering a lively performance. They exude a unique groove that's slightly different from straight-ahead modern jazz. US Original Pacific Jazz Records ST-83 stereo The jacket shows signs of aging, with scuffing, yellowing, corner wear, and a split bottom. The record has minor scratches, but minimal noise, and offers a good, high-quality sound with powerful audio. It comes with the original company sleeve, despite its age.