2005-06-15
Bassist MeShell Ndegeocello makes the jump to Shanachie Records for the deepest jazz exploration of her career.For the new disc, MeShell is content to provide the bass groove while acting as band leader for a host of ground-breaking musicians. Vocals are provided by Cassandra Wilson, Lalah Hathaway and “Brazilian Girl” Sabina. Luminaries like Don Byron, Jack de Johnette, Kenny Garrett, and Oliver Lake help lay down the funk.
THE DYNAMITES FEATURING CHARLES WALKER
KABOOM
Negroni's Trio
Father & Son
NOAH BAERMAN, WAYNE ESCOFFERY, AMANDA MONACO, VINNIE SPERRAZZA, HENRY LUGO
Playdate
Ted Nash & Odeon
La Espada de La Noche
Sakésho
We Want You to Say...
THE BLUECAT EXPRESS
The Spirit of New Orleans
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