One of three best-selling albums recorded by pianist Joe Sample in the late 1970s and early 1980s, this influential album led the way for contemporary jazz and the smooth jazz/adult contemporary sound of the 1980s. Sample is backed by a large group of musicians, including his former Crusader bandmate Stix Hooper on drums as well as horn and string sections.

"Linger Lane" is vibist/marimba player Bobby Hutcherson's classic fusion album from 1975. Hutcherson arranged the material and plays the marimba on this rather laid-back release which was recorded outdoors in the California countryside. Hutcherson is joined by pianist Jerry Peters, guitarist John Rowin, Harvey Mason on drums and Ernie Watts on reeds, plus gorgeous backing vocals from the Waters sisters on several songs. Includes covers of the soul classic "People Make The World Go Round" and "Theme From MASH".

Grammy winning bassist Charlie Haden celebrates the 25th anniversary of his celebrated quartet with twelve breathtaking instrumental and vocal-driven tracks that recall Swing-era jazz. Grammy winning pianist and arranger Alan Broadbent's spiraling string arrangements lend the music an old Hollywood/film noir flair behind the all-star cast of guest vocalists.