Called by Lloyd Sachs of the Chicago Sun-Times, "The album Spaulding's loyal fans have been waiting for", The Smile of the Snake is undoubtedly James Spaulding's finest album to date.

with Richard Wyands, Ron McClure, Tony Reedus.

Tracks: Third Avenue; Serenity; The Smile Of The Snake; Lenora; Tonight Only; Premonition; Yes It Is; Panchito; Love Is Not A Dream; Havana Days (Cuba 1954).

 Third Avenue

 The Smile Of the Snake

 Tonight Only