Yonn-Dé is an album by David Murray, released on the Canadian Justin Time label. Recorded in 2001 and released in 2003 the album features performances by Murray and the Gwo-Ka Masters.Justin Time catalogue It was Murray's first album with the Gwo-Ka Masters and was followed by Gwotet (2005).
Reception The AllMusic review by David R. Adler stated, "It is Santi Debriano who proves to be the beating heart of the entire project, lending harmonic shape and direction and making every track a unique journey."Adler, D. AllMusic Review accessed September 6, 2011
Track listing "TWA Jou San Manjé" - 11:21 "Youyou" - 11:02 "On Jou Maten" - 10:04 "Onomatopée (Boula Djèl)" - 4:47 "Nwèl 'O!" - 4:40 "Yonn-Dé" - 9:56 "La Pli La" - 9:28 "Moman Colombo" - 9:01 All compositions by Guy Konket Recorded January 10-February 15, 2001
Personnel David Murray - tenor saxophone, bass clarinet Guy Konket - vocal Klod Kiavue - gwo ka drums, vocals François Landreseau - gwo ka drums, vocals Hugh Ragin - trumpet Craig Harris - trombone Santi Debriano - bass Pheeroan AkLaff - drums
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