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**Michelle Ndgeocello Signs with a Prestigious Blue Note! A New Album Creating a Unique World with Jazz's Illustrious Guests!**

- Michelle Ndgeocello, a multi-instrumentalist who excels not only in bass but also in vocals, guitar, drums, and keyboards, boasting 10 Grammy nominations. She released the cover album Ventriloquismfrom Naive in 2018, which garnered attention, and now, she presents a highly anticipated new album.

- This new work features all-original compositions by Michelle herself, with production handled by the multi-instrumentalist/composer Josh Johnson, who has collaborated with various artists such as Harry Styles, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and Leon Bridges. Additionally, a stellar lineup of guests from the jazz scene including Jason Moran, Ambrose Akinmusire, Joel Ross, Jeff Parker, Brandy Younger, Julius Rodriguez, Mark Guiliana, Cory Henry, Joan as Police Woman, and Tunde Adebimpe has joined in as guests for this extravagant masterpiece, marking Michelle's first release with Blue Note.

- While deeply influenced by jazz, Michelle incorporates her roots in soul, R&B, and afrobeat, elevating them into her unique sound. This album marks a new chapter in her career, garnering immense attention. The artwork for the album jacket is created by Michelle herself.

- Michelle, who had the time to immerse herself in music during the pandemic, expresses her feelings about this debut Blue Note release: "I've always loved seeing the Blue Note logo on records. The word 'jazz' carries a lot of weight for me, but I'm deeply moved to be part of this label that pursues self-expression. This album expresses the way of looking at old things in new ways, which started when both of my parents passed away. After their deaths, everything changed rapidly, and my perspective on things changed in an instant. While sorting through my parents' belongings, I found the first Real Book (a collection of jazz standard sheet music) my father gave me. It's what I listened to, learned from, and grew up with. Experiencing life, I immerse myself in an imaginary world and get lost in listening to music."

- Michelle has previously participated in Blue Note releases such as Robert Glasper's "Black Radio" and Jason Moran's "All Rise," but this marks her first release with her own name at Blue Note. "This work is everything to me, my journey, and a part of my life," she confidently states. This is a must-see work from her.