Nduduzo Makhathini- The Myth We Choose [Blue Note]

With his stunning fourth Blue Note release, The Myth We Choose, visionary South African pianist, composer, and healer Nduduzo Makhathini transforms contemporary jazz into a profound spiritual ritual. Co-produced with his 18-year-old son Thingo, the double album expands Makhathini's signature sound, anchoring deep modal improvisations and ancient Zulu cosmologies within fresh neo-soul textures and subtle electronic pulses. Backed by his telepathic working tri-bassist Dalisu Ndlazi and drummer Lukmil Perez—and featuring striking guest contributions from Shabaka Hutchings and Black Coffee, the 16-track odyssey explores how societies build and pass down their histories through song. Intimate yet cosmic, The Myth We Choose is a hypnotic, deeply melodic offering that stands as an essential document of modern spiritual jazz.