“ The sweetest, unexpected, soul-satisfying experience of my 2024 NYC jazz immersion. James and Jamaaladeen touched deep.” - John Gilbreath
— Earshot Jazz Festival Seattle WA
On Your Shoulders
Jamaaldeen Tacuma and James Brandon Lewis
“We are all on the shoulders of the musical trailblazers that came before us, this project is a special thank you to all the mentors and elders in music sharing their knowledge and creativity with the next generation.”-Jamaaladeen Tacuma
“On Your Shoulders” is a coming together of two distinct generations of master improvisers who care deeply about preserving their culture and the essence of black creative music. They are sure to get your head bopping , heart racing and maybe even bring a tear to your eye.”
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