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.
Katie Melua
Call Off the Search
Various Artists
European Jazz Stage (Radio Netherlands Worldwide)
DIGITAL PRIMITIVES
Hum, Crackle, and Pop
L. ZIADE
Project Chill: Memoirs of a Jazz Band
LAVAY SMITH & HER RED HOT SKILLET LICKERS
MISS SMITH TO YOU
WIL SWINDLER'S ELEVENET
Universe B
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