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.
MARY RADEMACHER & RICK REUTHER
Two of a Kind
Bob James & Nathan East
The New Cool
CONNIE EVINGSON WITH DAVE FRISHBERG
Little Did I Dream
Colin Stranahan
Transformation
Geoff Muldaur's Futuristic Ensemble
Private Astronomy - A Vision of the Music of Bix Beiderbecke
KEN CLARK ORGAN TRIO
Mutual Respect
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