““Saxophonist Zem Audu’s brand of jazz is internationally flavored, too, but he didn’t get that way out of mere curiosity; he’s lived that kind of life.” ”

““The tightly knit songs are performed by a stellar cast… Spirits is a backbeat party fueled by Caribbean and African‑tinged melodies, generating an irresistible, transcendent vibe.””

““As imaginative as Spirits might be… Spirits will reward the listener with sensitive enough ears to embrace things that might be more complicated or varied, yet building on the familiar for a sense of belonging.””