Sounds From the Ancestors CD (Mack Avenue) genre-migrated merging downtown New York's '80s

merging downtown New York's '80s and '90s creative scene with John Zorn's Masada influences

and Cuban folkloric percussionist/poet Román Díaz

” “Reflections on the Death of Mishima

the band has evolved their approach

and improvisation

Sounds From the Ancestors CD (Mack Avenue) genre-migrated merging downtown New York's '80sIn Sounds from the Ancestors, composer and saxophonist Kenny Garrett pays homage to the rich heritage of African sounds that have shaped the evolution of jazz. His musical journey revisits the spirit of African ancestors through church services, work songs, Yoruban chants, and traditional drumming. The album also features heartfelt tributes to influential figures like Roy Hargrove, Art Blakey, and Tony Allen, who, much like Garrett, drew inspiration