The album includes tracks from Davis's first recording session, backing singer Rubberlegs Williams on April 24, 1945,[2] and the first session produced under his name, leading the members of Charlie Parker's band on August 14, 1947.

[3] Davis plays no solos in the session with Rubberlegs Williams, only being heard as part of an ensemble.

He says in his autobiography he was so nervous on his first ever recording he could hardly play, and he forgot most of the details as he put the experience out of his mind.

[5] The four tracks have also been compiled on numerous Charlie Parker Savoy compilations, including Bird: The Savoy Recordings (Master Takes) (SJL 2201).

The master takes of the tracks on this album were originally issued on the following 78rpm singles:[10][11][12] Miles Davis All-Stars, August 14, 1947, Harry Smith Studios, NYC Herbie Fields Band with Rubberlegs Williams, April 24, 1945, WOR Studios, NYC