2008 180gm, Numbered Remastered Reissue From Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab. The band was formed in Los Angeles in 1969 by singer and guitarist Lowell George and keyboardist Bill Payne. The band also included bassist Roy Estrada and drummer Richie Hayward. The album was recorded over a period of two weeks in August 1970 and was produced by Ted Templeman. It features a blend of rock, blues, country and jazz influences, with songs like "Sailin' Shoes", "Strawberry Flats" and "Hamburger Midnight". Despite receiving positive reviews from critics, the album initially failed to chart. However, it gained a following over time and has since been regarded as a classic by fans and critics alike.

The album's success paved the way for the band's subsequent releases, including "Sailin' Shoes" and "Dixie Chicken". Sadly, Lowell George passed away in 1979, but the band has continued to perform and release music over the years with different lineups.