This big-band performance from the 1975 Montreux Jazz Festival introduces what could be called
Count Basie's third great orchestra (although in style it was a continuation of the second one he formed in 1952). With trombonist
Al Grey,
Jimmy Forrest on tenor and the fiery drummer
Butch Miles giving this early Pablo version of the band its own personality, the
Basie orchestra is in top form for a strong set. Of special note are two fine vocals by Bill Caffey, who would quickly drift into obscurity. ~ Scott Yanow