Bad Brains Bassist Darryl Jenifer Announces New Jazz-Rooted Solo Album, “The Weather Channel”
Bad Brains bassist Darryl Jenifer has announced a new album called The Weather Channel. The follow-up to his 2010 solo debut, In Search of Black Judas, is an instrumental exploration rooted in jazz that draws on elements of fusion, dub, psychedelia, and punk.
“The Weather Channel channels the fearless experimental spirit that has defined Jenifer’s career into a deeply immersive and unpredictable listen built on fluid improvisation, deep grooves, and expansive ensemble interplay,” a press release explains.
Jenifer tapped a killer band to fill out the music with percussionist Ben Perowsky, guitarist Karma “Chogyi” Marco, and keyboardist John Medeski. It also features guest appearances by the late Jack DeJohnette and Karl Berger. Together, they recorded eleven tracks comprised of nine new original compositions and two reinterpretations of Bad Brains songs.
“While echoes of punk urgency, dub-heavy rhythm, and psychedelic atmosphere drift throughout the record, its foundation remains firmly rooted in adventurous ensemble playing and improvisation,” the notes explain.
Catch the vibe of the album with the first single, “Sacred Love II,” which reimagines the Bad Brains song from 1986’s I Against I. From the sounds of it, Jenifer is rocking the upright bass.
The Weather Channel will be out on July 17th on CD, vinyl and as a digital download (Apple Music, and Amazon Music).
The Weather Channel Track List:
- Sacred Love II
- August
- Loves Harmony
- Re-Ignition II
- Rights
- Rights Dub
- End Finity
- Punkbomba
- Daisy
- Rock Love
- Just Around the Corner
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Very nice. Lovely sound and touch. Thanks!!