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
John Scofield
That's What I Say: John Scofield Plays the Music of Ray Charles
THE DAVE BRUBECK QUARTET
THEIR LAST TIME OUT
DON BYRON
“Do the Boomerang,” the Music of Junior Walker
Joel Harrison
Spirit House
THE CLAUDIA QUINTET
Royal Toast
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