Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Lean In (2023) [Official Digital Download]

A long-awaited collaboration between GRAMMY-nominated vocalist Gretchen Parlato and acclaimed guitarist Lionel Loueke, ‘Lean In’ tells the story of 20 years of connection, inspiration and friendship between two musical soulmates.

Reflecting on the great musical duos of our time and what it is that makes them essential, it would seem plausible that there would be at least a short list of common foundational factors necessary for success. For eminent artists, vocalist-arranger Gretchen Parlato and guitarist-vocalist Lionel Loueke, their formula is anchored in what could initially seem to be contrasting components —intrinsic rootedness paired with freedom, spontaneity, and impulse. The development of an earthy connection lays the groundwork for the confidence and trust required for experimentation and ascension. Of their affecting, palpable synergy, Loueke has endearingly coined the term “Musical Soul Mate.”

TRACKLIST

01. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Akwê
02. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - I Miss You
03. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - If I Knew (feat. Burniss Travis & Mark Guiliana)
04. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Okagbé Interlude
05. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Astronauta
06. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Mi Wa Sé Interlude (feat. Marley Guiliana, Burniss Travis, Mark Guiliana)
07. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Muse
08. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Nonvignon
09. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Lean in (feat. Mark Guiliana)
10. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Painful Joy
11. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Dou Wé Interlude (feat. Burniss Travis & Mark Guiliana)
12. Gretchen Parlato & Lionel Loueke - Walking After You



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