The album 'Kansas City 6' was released in 1981 by Pablo Records, produced by Norman Granz. The lineup is a sextet led by Count Basie, although the exact details of the recording date and location are not precisely documented in available sources.
The record continues the line of 'Kansas City 7', exploring swing and blues repertoire with a reduced group. It includes musicians associated with Basie's style, such as saxophonist Eddie 'Lockjaw' Davis and guitarist Freddie Green, although the complete lineup has not been definitively confirmed.
Despite the lack of information about the recording, the album is valued by collectors as a sample of Basie's late work in a small format, maintaining the vitality and groove characteristic of his orchestra.