Japanese Soul singer MIMI,put together an all-star band for her Japan appearance at Sweet Basil. From Graham Central Station, Prince,Mariah Carey,Janet Jackson,Maze,Santana and more. This band was supercool funky! Four members are my good friends.(and also great friends of Brenda Vaughn)
Of course,it was great to see Robin Duhe and Billy Johnson of Maze (and Santana). Billy and I played with Noel Pointer and Patti Labelle together. Billy is one of my all time best friends! Great to see you,my brother!
Super keyboardist Eric Daniels,was off the hook! He plays with so many superstars,and has the skills that make me jealous! Good playing,Eric!
Extra super funky guitarist Wilton Rabb is an original member of Larry Graham`s band. He put that funky whip on the guitar! This is one reason that I miss home! Great playing,Wilton!
Im in the middle of 2 world class drummers. Billy Johnson and the great Tommy Campbell. You may know Tommy. He has played with the jazz legends Dizzy Gillespie,Sonny Rollins,John McLaughlin,Nancy Wilson and too many to mention. He lives and performs in Tokyo.
We had so much to talk about! We joked and laughed all night. I had such a good time! Mimi will return in the springtime.
See You!
