Shakara Corinne Bailey Rae to great critical acclaim and

to great critical acclaim and commercial success

Excellent funky work from Lou Donaldson – a groundbreaking Blue Note session featuring drummer Idris Muhammad (credited as Leo Morris) for the first time

" The album perfectly blends contemporary R&B with '90s influences

beautifully illustrates the absurd cruelty of modern life through eloquent lyrics such as "Blood was just a-pissin everywhere" and "Charlie's in the Gutter"

making this release essential for listeners seeking jazz fusion that challenges expectations while maintaining musicality and accessibility throughout

Shakara Corinne Bailey Rae to great critical acclaim andFela Kuti's Shakara captures the maestro at his peaka visual statement of power matched only by the music itself. This two sided masterpiece showcases Africa 70 in full force, with Tony Allen's intricate, razor sharp rhythms anchoring the sound. Igo Chico's commanding tenor saxophone and lush electric piano lines weave through a fiercely unified ensemble performance where every musician locks in as one cohesive unit. "Lady" and "Sakara Oloje" stand as