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.
BRUCE KAPHAN QUARTET
Bruce Kaphan Quartet
NICHOLAS PAYTON
Bitches
MELODY GARDOT
Worrisome Heart
DIZZY GILLESPIE ALL STAR BIG BAND
I'm BeBoppin' Too
Bob Merrill and Roswell Rudd
Cheerin' Up The Universe
Ted Nash & Still Evolved
– In The Loop
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