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.
ALLEN TOUSSAINT
The Bright Mississippi
DENNIS ROLLINS VELOCITY TRIO
The 11th Gate
BILLY BANG QUINTET FEATURING FRANK LOWE
Above & Beyond: Live in Grand Rapids
JEFF HEALEY & THE JAZZ WIZARDS
Its Tight Like That
Ted Nash & Still Evolved
– In The Loop
MO'FONE
'Fonology
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