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.
LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS
MISS SMITH TO YOU
THE RICK HOLLAND-EVAN DOBBINS LITTLE BIG BAND
Trilby
Afterthought
Jazzgrass
JEFF HEALEY & THE JAZZ WIZARDS
Its Tight Like That
D-Town Brass
Golden Belt
ALON NECHUSHTAN
Words Beyond
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