Description
Meshell Ndegeocello’s second Blue Note album, No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin, is a tribute to the great writer and activist James Baldwin. With transformative music and a strong collaborative spirit, Ndegeocello creates a genre - bending masterpiece that combines a musical experience, a church service, a celebration, a testimonial, and a call to action. This album will be released on Baldwin’s Centennial, August 2, 2024. Co - produced by Meshell and guitarist Chris Bruce, it features frequent collaborators like Justin Hicks, Kenita Miller, Abe Rounds, Jake Sherman, Jebin Bruni, and Julius Rodriguez. Jamaican poet and activist Staceyann Chin delivers powerful spoken word performances. Track list includes Travel, On The Mountain, Baldwin Manifesto I, Raise The Roof, and more.
To enjoy this album, simply put the 2LP vinyl on your record player. Make sure your record player is in good working condition. When handling the vinyl, hold it by the edges to avoid fingerprints and scratches. After each use, put the vinyl back in its sleeve carefully to protect it. Store the vinyl in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. There are no special playback settings required, just sit back and enjoy this amazing tribute to James Baldwin.
