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.
BOBBY WATSON AND THE LIVE AND LEARN BAND
Fronm The Heart
River Rogues Jazz Band
From Fats to Satch
Various Artists
European Jazz Stage (Radio Netherlands Worldwide)
Galen Weston
The Space Between
JACK DEJONETTE AND BILL FRISELL
The Elephant Sleeps But Still Remembers
FRANK ROSALY
Cicada Music
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