Recorded at Richard Alderson's Rosebud Recording studio in New York (Grover Washington Jr., Roberta Flack, David Sanborn) in 1977, Al Cohn & Jimmy Rowles’ Heavy Love is a as classic a duet album as they come, and one of Xanadu Records label owner Don Schlitten’s favorites.

“Cohn and Rowles' swing-oriented styles, wit and ability to come up with fresh ideas on older songs are quite complementary; they continually bring out the best in each other. This highly recommended set is a real gem, a high point in both of the musicians' long careers.” – Scott Yanow, AllMusic.com