Billboard magazine called it an "unusual album", in that Sims "applied his improvisational skill to a number of real oldies".[2] The magazine reviewed the singles as well, noting the "all-star rhythm section"[4] and generally saying the songs were "perfect for jazz jukeboxes".[5]Down Beat called it "a marvellous example of Sims' ability to swing".[6]
Scott Yanow, writing for AllMusic, called it "enjoyable and consistently swinging", noting that it "gives one a look at the great pianist Dave McKenna in his early days".[1]The Penguin Guide to Jazz described it as "a classic Zoot date, with the saxophonist swinging as hard as ever and McKenna offering his characteristic full-blooded support".[3]
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