Darryl Jenifer — bassist and founding member of the legendary hardcore innovators BAD BRAINS — has released "Loves Harmony," the latest single from his forthcoming instrumental album The Weather Channel, due out July 17 via Org Music on LP, CD, and digital formats.
Following the release of lead single "Sacred Love II," Jenifer now shares "Loves Harmony," a sprawling and deeply collaborative composition that further showcases the adventurous spirit of "The Weather Channel". The track features melodica performances from the late jazz legend Jack DeJohnette alongside string arrangements by acclaimed composer and educator Karl Berger, bringing together two celebrated voices whose contributions add depth, warmth, and emotional resonance to the recording.
Rooted in exploratory jazz and infused with elements of fusion, dub, psychedelia, and funk, "Loves Harmony" unfolds through fluid improvisation, rich melodic interplay, and deep rhythmic grooves, highlighting the remarkable chemistry between Jenifer and his ensemble while offering another glimpse into the expansive sonic world of The Weather Channel.
"The Weather Channel" follows Jenifer's acclaimed 2010 solo debut "In Search of Black Judas" and finds him leading a powerhouse quartet featuring drummer and percussionist Ben Perowsky, guitarist Karma "Chogyi" Marco, and keyboardist John Medeski, alongside a cast of distinguished collaborators drawn from across the jazz and experimental music worlds.
Across eleven tracks, the album presents nine original compositions alongside fresh reinterpretations of two Bad Brains songs, reframing familiar themes through a richly textured jazz lens. While echoes of punk urgency, dub-heavy rhythms, and psychedelic atmospheres drift throughout the record, its foundation remains firmly rooted in adventurous ensemble playing and improvisation.
More than four decades after helping redefine hardcore music with BAD BRAINS, Jenifer continues to push his artistry into new territory. Rather than revisiting the past, "The Weather Channel" opens another chapter in his creative evolution—one driven by curiosity, collaboration, and the same boundary-breaking mindset that made BAD BRAINS one of the most influential bands in punk history.
Pre-order The Weather Channel here:
https://orgmusic.com/collections/darryl-jenifer
Track Listing:
Sacred Love II
August
Loves Harmony
Re-Ignition II
Rights
Rights Dub
End Finity
Punkbomba
Daisy
Rock Love
Just Around the Corner
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