This album was released in 1967 by Atlantic Records, solidifying Wilson Pickett as one of the most powerful voices of Southern soul. Recording sessions took place at Fame Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama, and at Atlantic Studios in New York.
Produced by Jerry Wexler and Tom Dowd, the record includes classics like "Funky Broadway" and "I'm in Love", showcasing Pickett's raw energy. The collaboration with the Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section musicians was key to the album's distinctive sound.
The album reached number 3 on Billboard's R&B chart and number 54 on the pop chart. It is considered one of Pickett's most influential works, blending soul, funk, and rhythm and blues with impeccable production.