Trombonist Jimmy Knepper is well featured on this out of print LP from the defunct Black Hawk label, both as a highly original trombonist and as a composer. The six originals (all his) range from tunes based on standards to the more memorable "Distress Dismay," "Fallen Crest" (dedicated to the recently deceased Charles Mingus) and "Idol of the Flies." Knepper is greatly assisted by guitarist Bruce Forman, bassist Mike Richmond, and drummer Billy Hart throughout the stimulating, if obscure effort.

(by Scott Yanow, All Music Guide)