[2] The slow recording process was due to Odom's busy schedule, which included his off-Broadway show Venice, his starring role on Smash, and his recurring roles on Person of Interest and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

After multiple promotional concerts at The Public Theater, the album was released through CD Baby on August 12, 2014.

David Clarke of Broadway World wrote, "Fans and newcomers alike can revel in the glory of his decadently jazzy debut solo album, and after just one listen, I'm sure that you'll be hooked...

There is a crisp smoothness to Leslie Odom Jr.'s voice that is entirely fascinating, and his self-titled debut album puts his instrument on full display.

"[5] Odom was signed to a four-album deal with S-Curve Records in 2016, as a result of his then-current role in the hit Broadway musical Hamilton.