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
MIKE FROST PROJECT
Comin' Straigt At Ya'
DUKE ROBILLARD & SUNNY CROWNOVER
TALES FROM THE TIKI LOUNGE
Nomo
Newtones
The Hot Club of San Francisco
John Paul George & Django
3ósity
3ósity (Capri)
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