D.C. Chambers soon became one of the most recorded artists on the label's roster, playing and writing for sessions led by Bobby Hutcherson, Joe Henderson and Wayne Shorter, among others. By the end of the decade, however, with acoustic jazz overshadowed by the rock revolution, Joe left Blue Note to seek his fortunes elsewhere. He has continued to perform, compose and record in a variety of musical contexts, never quite achieving the notoriety of his Blue Note years.
Chambers offers up seven originals, including two brand new pieces, performed by a dynamic quintet.
In fact, the caliber of these musicians, and their interpretations of these compositions, recall the mid-60s heyday of the label, when Blue Note came to represent quality, innovation and individuality for many jazz listeners. The latter, a new tune, is a percolating percussion discussion, with Joe accompanying himself on trap drums. Abetted by their leader, they even manage to transform pop pabulum by Janet and Michael Jackson into classic jazz balladry.