[5] Recorded in Memphis, the album was produced primarily by Ron Levy, with assistance on some tracks by Willie Mitchell.

[9] The Record wrote that "Bassett wields a superb electric hollow body with that uptown urban style.

"[11] The Chicago Reader noted that Bassett's "concise hollow-body sound is traditional, but he's no throwback—he's actually a hallowed veteran of the Motor City's 50s blues explosion.

"[15] The Star Tribune said that Cadillac Blues "offers oodles of tasty uptown T-Bone Walker-influenced guitar and vocals.

King circa 1965, with his pure, clean tone and long, flowing guitar lines uncluttered by electronic devices.