It was recorded in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, during the spring of 2000, and was released in 2001 by the Canadian label Le Systeme.

[1][2] In a review for AllMusic, François Couture wrote: "Solo trumpet albums are not common and thus lovers and students of the instrument will be attracted to this release, especially since it is generally friendlier (because jazzier) than similar opuses by Wadada Leo Smith and Bill Dixon."

[1] The authors of The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings called the album "a rare and welcome chance" to hear the trumpeter in a solo context, and commented: "Malik avoids mere technical display.

There are blues-based compositions, boppish heads and the occasional completely free-form idea."

"[3] A reviewer for All About Jazz stated: "For listeners curious about Malik in his undiluted form, this is a wonderful introduction.