Since you are interested in Transformation, here is a list of other items that you may find interesting.
Jennifer Batten
Above Below and Beyond [ Lion Music Finland / CD - released 2/Jun/2009 ] Specialist import disc. |
Marcus Miller
Marcus [ Concord Jazz / 3 Deuces Records, Inc. / CD - released 4/Mar/2008 ] On his ninth CD, simply titled 'Marcus', this bass legend continues to work his one-of-a-kind magic - from the ferocious Middle Eastern funk of "Blast!" to the cosy quiet storm strains of the Deniece Williams classic "Free". |
Tedeschi Trucks Band
Revelator [ Masterworks / CD - released 7/Jun/2011 ] The long-awaited debut album by husband-wife team of singer/guitarist Susan Tedeschi and guitarist Derek Trucks is filled with smoky, blues-dipped rockers and heart-stilling ballads. |
Various Artists
Royal Dan - A Tribute [ Tone Center / CD - released 9/May/2006 ] This album features the awesome talents of Steve Morse, Robben Ford, Frank Gambale, Al DiMeola, Steve Lukather, Mike Stern, Vinnie Colaiuta, Jimmy Haslip, Peter Wolf and others performing jazz/fusion reinterpretations of songs by the great Steely Dan. |
Esperanza Spalding
Radio Music Society [ Concord Music Group / CD - released 22/Mar/2012 ] The most diverse, ambitious and masterful recital yet from the young bassist, vocalist and composer from Portland, Oregon. She has a unique and style-spanning presence, deeply rooted in jazz. |
Mike Stern
Big Neighborhood [ Heads Up / CD - released 11/Aug/2009 ] His second release on Heads Up, Mike Stern's 'Big Neighborhood' features: Steve Vai; Eric Johnson; Esperanza Spalding; Richard Bona; Medeski Martin & Wood; Dave Weckl; Terri Lyne Carrington; Cindy Blackman; Lionel Cordew; plus several others. |
Susan Tedeschi
Back to the River [ Verve Records / CD - released 24/Nov/2008 ] Susan Tedeschi writes, sings and plays on this hard-driving collection of new songs that offer an emotionally honest look at love and life. |
Yellowjackets
Lifecycle [ Heads Up / Telarc Records / CD - released 6/Jun/2008 ] Featuring Mike Stern on guitar, this excellent disc from Yellowjackets was nominated for "Best Contemporary Jazz Album" of 2008. |