The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 4 stars and states "the distinctive alto of Blythe is heard in top form on six of his unusual originals. It's recommended".[2] Professional ratings Review scores Source Rating Allmusic 4/5 stars Track listing
All compositions by Arthur Blythe
01 "Bush Baby" - 6:28 02 "Miss Nancy" - 7:24 03 "Illusions" - 4:10 04 "My Son Ra" - 5:59 05 "Carespin' With Mamie" - 7:04 06 "As of Yet" - 5:04
Recorded at CBS Recording Studios, New York in April & May 1980.
Personnel
Arthur Blythe - alto saxophone Abdul Wadud - cello (tracks 1, 3 & 5) James Blood Ulmer - guitar (tracks 1, 3 & 5) Bob Stewart - tuba (tracks 1, 3 & 5) John Hicks - piano (tracks 2, 4 & 6) Fred Hopkins - bass (tracks 2, 4 & 6) Bobby Battle - drums (tracks 1, 3 & 5), Steve McCall (tracks 2, 4 & 6)