Lesbian singer Meshell Ndegeocello announced Thursday that her ninth studio album Weather is slated for release Nov. 8. That’s a small wait, but to tide you over, she released this song as a preview. With her signature bass, Ndegeocello hasn’t seemed to lose any of her distinctive sound and vibe over the years. This is from the announcement:
Produced by Grammy-winner Joe Henry (Aimee Mann, Solomon Burke, Ani DiFranco), Weather is the latest addition to Meshell’s diverse catalog. A strikingly organic record, the album finds Meshell experimenting with the sparse, orchestral melodies paired with thoughtful lyrics, all performed by a band of fearsome musicians. The album opens with the title track “Weather,” a spacey, soulful groove that sets the stage for the rest of the record. Tracks like “Oysters” and her cover of Leonard Cohen’s “Chelsea Hotel” find Meshell constructing hushed ballads, centered around mournful piano. These tracks are juxtaposed with Meshell’s defiant, soulful stomps on songs like “Rapid Fire” and “Dirty World.” The album also features all-star collaborations with the likes of Chris Connelly (ex-Revolting Cocks, Ministry), Benji Hughes, and Joe Henry.
Meshell Ndegeocello -Dirty World by emn2 .
