One batch of tracks has Max in the company of a tight group of soul jazz players like Freddie Hubbard, Roland Alexander, James Spaulding, and Ronnie Matthews. The group is very tight, and they've got hard wailing sound similar to a Blue Note group, but with a bit more of a soul jazz feel. They play on two long tracks -- "Nommo" and "In the Red". The rest of the tracks -- "Drums Unlimited", "The Drum Also Waltzes", and "For Big Sid" -- feature Max playing solo, which is a rare treat for a recording of this vintage. The tracks are great, with a very musical groove, and lively playing by Max that never gets too self indulgent.
Side 1
1. The Drum Also Waltzes (Max Roach) 3:30
2. Nommo (Jymie Merritt) 12:45
3. Drums Unlimited (Max Roach) 4:25
Side 2
1. St. Louis Blues (W.C. Handy) 5:08
2. For Big Sid (Max Roach) 3:01
3. In The Red (A Xmas Carol) (Max Roach) 12:25
Max Roach: Drums
Roland Alexander: Soprano saxophone
James Spaulding: Alto saxophone
Freddie Hubbard: Trumpet
Ronnie Matthews: Piano
Jymie Merritt: Bass
