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.
ABBEY LINCOLN
Abbey Sings Abbey
The End of Times Orchestra
Meets Eno Diamond
LISA KARP
Fucsia Blues w/ Dr. John
Yelena Eckemoff Quintet
In The Shadow Of A Cloud
STRYKERT AND SLAGLET
KEEPER
CLAYTON CAMERON AND THE JAZZ EXPLOSION
Here's To The Messengers: A Tribute to Art Blakey
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