John Scofield

That's What I Say: John Scofield Plays the Music of Ray Charles

2005-06-01

John Scofield continues to blaze the trail for jazz guitarists with his knack for blending creativity with marketability. The latest example of this rare talent is displayed on That’s What I Say: John Scofield plays the Music of Ray Charles.

The project provides Scofield the rare opportunity to incorporate vocalists into his work while creating reverent interpretations of his hero’s music. He asked many of his soul-vocal icons to assist and many agreed: Dr. John, Mavis Staples, Aaron Neville, Gov’t Mule’s Warren Haynes and even John Mayer all provide lyrical assistance.

The project also matches Scofield with longtime producer and drummer Steve Jordan, Willie Weeks on bass, and Larry Goldings on the keys.

Quick Links:

More reviews tagged #Jazz

  • reviewed 02/2017

    Brandi Disterheft
    Blue Canvas

  • reviewed 07/2006

    PETER KATER
    10 Questions for the Dalai Lama

  • reviewed 12/1969

    Spencer A. Barefield
    After The End

  • reviewed 01/2007

    KIM NALLEY
    Need My Sugar

  • reviewed 08/2017

    Michael Gamble And The Rhythm Serenaders
    Get Rhythm In Your Feet

  • reviewed 08/2007

    CHARLIE HUNTER TRIO
    Mistico

Compiled by the WYCE Journalism Club

The opinions expressed in these reviews are those of the individual volunteers that submitted the article and do not necessarily reflect the views of WYCE or GRCMC; nor its staff, donors, or affiliates.