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.
HENRY BUTLER, STEVE BERNSTEIN AND THE HOT 9
VIPER'S DRAG
ONE FOR ALL
Invades Vancouver
JERRY LEAKE AND RANDY ROOS
Cubist Live
CURT RAMM, DAN MORETTI, BILL CUNLIFFE
Foundations
Chris Botti
A Thousand Kisses Deep
Bob James & Nathan East
The New Cool
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