It was recorded at Bell Sound Studios in New York City during May 1965, and was released later that year by ESP-Disk.

On the album, James is featured on piano, and is joined by bassist Barre Phillips and drummer Robert Pozar.

The album also features tape collages by composers Gordon Mumma and Robert Ashley.

"[1] The authors of The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings wrote: "This is an intriguing period piece, which has considerable staying power...

It's important for the integration of electronics into a basic piano trio, and while it's callow in its way it continues to intrigue.