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.
Lewis Porter and Phil Scarff Group
Three Minutes to Four
JAKE BERGEVIN
Holding Back the Dawn
Various Artists
Monterey Jazz Festival 50th Anniversary All-Stars
THE PUPPETEERS
The Puppeteers
FRANK KIMBROUGH
Play
PEARL DJANGO
Modern Times
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