The album was recorded at the Iridium in New York City, and contains a double CD with eight original songs as well as four covers, and a DVD or Blu-ray which contain a 30 minute documentary.

Aside from Bonamassa, Rock Candy Funk Party is made up of drummer Tal Bergman, who also play drums in Joe's solo band, bassist Mike Merritt, guitarist Ron DeJesus, Daniel Sadownick on percussion, and keyboardist Renato Neto.