Chet Baker (1929-1988) was an American jazz trumpeter, actor and vocalist who needs little introduction. Baker earned much attention and critical praise through the 1950s but his well-publicised drug habit also drove his notoriety (he was in and out of jail frequently before enjoying a career resurgence in the late '70s and '80s). Chet's career included collaborations with greats such as Elvis Costello, Charlie Parker and Van Morrison. 'Mr. B' is a rare gem of an album comprising tracks written by some of the top jazz composers of all time (including Herbie Hancock, Horace Silver and David Brubeck) and played meticulously by Baker and his all-star line-up trio consisting of Ricardo Del Fra (Ennio Morricone), John Engels (Toots Thielemans, Dizzy Gillespie) and Michel Graillier (Magma, Steve Grossman).