Sounds From the Ancestors CD (Mack Avenue)

In 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 from the past to redefine the future of jazz.