In January 1966, “Impulse!” label released “The Dealer”, the 27^th Chico Hamilton album. It was recorded in September 1965, at “RCA Recording Studios” in New York City, and was produced by Bob Thiele and Michael Cuscuna.

Personnel:

• Chico Hamilton – vocal, drums, percussion
• Larry Coryell – electric guitar
• Archie Shepp – piano
• Ernie Hayes – organ
• Arnie Lawrence – alto saxophone
• Richard Davis – bass
• Jimmy Cheatham – arrangements, conductor
• Uncredited – percussion, tambourine
• Bob Simpson – recording
• Erick Labson – mastering
• Hollis King – art direction
• Robert Flynn/Viceroy – design
• Charles Shabacon – photography

Track listing:

All tracks by Chico Hamilton, except where noted.

1. The Dealer – Chico Hamilton-Jimmy Cheatham
2. For Mods Only – Archie Shepp
3. A Trip – Chico Hamilton-Jimmy Cheatham
4. Baby You Know – Chico Hamilton-Jimmy Cheatham
5. Larry of Arabia – Larry Coryell
6. Thoughts – Chico Hamilton
7. Jim-Jeannie – Chico Hamilton