John Scofield

That's What I Say: John Scofield Plays the Music of Ray Charles

2005-06-01

John Scofield continues to blaze the trail for jazz guitarists with his knack for blending creativity with marketability. The latest example of this rare talent is displayed on That’s What I Say: John Scofield plays the Music of Ray Charles.

The project provides Scofield the rare opportunity to incorporate vocalists into his work while creating reverent interpretations of his hero’s music. He asked many of his soul-vocal icons to assist and many agreed: Dr. John, Mavis Staples, Aaron Neville, Gov’t Mule’s Warren Haynes and even John Mayer all provide lyrical assistance.

The project also matches Scofield with longtime producer and drummer Steve Jordan, Willie Weeks on bass, and Larry Goldings on the keys.

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Jazz

  • reviewed 09/2008

    ROBIN MC KELLE
    Modern Antique

  • reviewed 03/2008

    Jeff Coffin & Charlie Peacock
    Arc of The Circle

  • reviewed 06/2008

    STRING PLANET
    Songs From the Home Planet

  • reviewed 11/2009

    JOEY DeFRANCESCO
    SNAP SHOT

  • reviewed 06/2005

    John Scofield
    That's What I Say: John Scofield Plays the Music of Ray Charles

  • reviewed 02/2008

    GIACOMO GATES
    Luminosity

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.