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.
Alex Garcia’s AFROMANTRA
Uplifting Spirit
JUDY NIEMACK
Blue Nights
THE JOHN POPPER PROJECT feat. DJ Logic
DYLAN TAYLOR
Sweeter For The Struggle
UCF JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Jazz Town
The Bill Belasco Trio
Three Musicians
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