This album represents a continuation of my quest to create an authentic musical language that is both spiritual and inclusive. Over fifty Jazz, Funk, Gospel, Classical and World Music Artists poured their hearts and souls into this project. If you like your music served just one way then this might not be the album for you. KUMBAYA- a new funky, gospely take on an old familiar tune. A total blast to record. Jazz pianist Michael Bluestein plays the burnin' B3 organ solo. WHEN IT GROOVES- when the music compels the listener to move to the music, you can be sure then that the band is groovin. And when the band is groovin, no matter where I am, it is church. ROAD TO EMMAUS- I thought a bit of Caribbean sun, sand and steel pan would be a great way to tell this biblical story. I wanted to capture the feeling of being on a journey. ALWAYS WITH YOU- if we hang on to something in fear, sometimes it's best to let it go no matter what we're holding ...