Originally recorded for the French BYG Actuel label on Aug. 12, 1969, this album features tenor saxophonist Archie Shepp meeting up with members of the Chicago avant-garde school, including Art Ensemble of Chicago members Lester Bowie, Roscoe Mitchell and Malachi Favors. Also features Dave Burrell, Sunny Murray, Philly Joe Jones, Art Taylor, Clifford Thornton, Earl Freeman and others. Original artwork on LP-style gatefold sleeve.