New Air - Air Show, No. 1 (w/Cassandra Wilson)

1. Achtud El Buod (Children's Song)
2. Don't Drink That Corner My Life Is In The Bush
3. Air Show
4. Apricots On Their Wings
5. Salute To The Enema Bandit
6. Side Step

Henry Threadgill - reeds, flute, percussion
Cassandra Wilson - vocals
Fred Hopkins - bass
Pheroan Aklaff - drums

Recorded June 2 & 3, 1986

192 KPBS mp3s

A really solid outing. Cassandra Wilson really adds something special to this already powerful band. The music is typical Threadgill, and Wilson blends perfectly into the feel on the three tracks she is on. This was the final Air recording, one of only two that Aklaff is on. If you're familiar with the band, you know what to expect, and you will not be disappointed. If you're not familiar, this is not a bad introduction. Link in comments.