On her highly anticipated solo release Coherence, virtuoso drummer, composer, and bandleader Cindy Blackman Santana delivers a masterclass that effortlessly bridges spiritual jazz, heavy-hitting fusion, and rock. Stepping boldly into the spotlight, she surrounds herself with a phenomenal core group—including her touring quartet alongside bass heavyweights like Matt Garrison and Felix Pastorius, while trading kinetic musical conversations with special guests John McLaughlin and Carlos Santana. The album is driven by deep improvisational freedom, spontaneous interplay, and a fearless, unifying energy that Blackman Santana notes is meant to represent the coming together of all creation. It’s a rhythmic, expansive, and deeply vibrant record that honors its jazz roots while charging fiercely into new territory, making it an essential, high-energy addition for listeners who appreciate boundary-pushing musicianship.