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.
DIGITAL PRIMITIVES
Hum, Crackle, and Pop
CLAYTON CAMERON AND THE JAZZ EXPLOSION
Here's To The Messengers: A Tribute to Art Blakey
QUARTET SAN FRANCISCO
Pacific Premieres
VINCENT HERRING
The Uptown Shuffle
BELA FLECK AND CHICK COREA
The Enchantment
Bela Fleck and Edgar Meyer
Music for Two
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