This album was recorded in 1955 and released by Clef Records, produced by Norman Granz. It is a collaboration between Count Basie and his orchestra with singer Joe Williams, who had joined the band in 1954. The record captures the unique chemistry between Basie's swing and Williams' deep voice.
The album includes classic versions of 'Every Day I Have the Blues' and 'Alright, Okay, You Win', which became major hits. The recording took place at Radio Recorders studios in Los Angeles, with arrangements by Neal Hefti and other regular Basie collaborators.
Considered one of the best albums of the Basie era with Joe Williams, this record helped revitalize the singer's career and solidified the orchestra's sound in the 1950s. It was a commercial and critical success, and remains a landmark of vocal jazz.