Well M.,you had me at eclectic... This is one of the most unusual musical works I've heard in quite some time. Not to say it is weird-it is anything but. What makes it so odd is it's free-spiritedness but while being very musical and enjoyable the whole time. It is obvious M. could easily make a go of being a soul/r&b style singer. Those 2 labels contain some great music but also provide some very heavy baggage. M. has a nice voice and I can only describe her work here as sounding like a spring rain shower in the mountains; welcome and refreshing and not the least bit intrusive. M's musical supporting cast is: James P. Nichols(producer) , Meg Montgomery (trumpet), David Beasley (bass) and Quynton Wright (programming). They all compliment her excellently!
In closing, I first listened to this with no expectations and was intrigued from the first listen. Every time I find myself wanting to listen to music and not sure of what I want I think of EclecticIsM because I know I'll go away filled. You can find additional info here and here.
Update: Check out this cool Alice Coltrane Tribute featuring M. Nahadr
