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.
DIANA KRALL
The Very Best of Diana Krall
THE RICK HOLLAND-EVAN DOBBINS LITTLE BIG BAND
Trilby
VARIOUS ARTISTS
Smooth Chill
BEN Wanicur
The Excluded Middle
Joris Teepe's Gronigan Art Ensemble
Jazz In Jazz Out
Dr. John
N'Awlinz: Dis Dat or D'Udda
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