Lincoln's place among the pantheon of great jazz singers is undisputed, but this recording finds her voice past its best years. The ravages of time have taken their toll, and the result is pleasant but not her best work. The drop in strength is especially evident in the opening duet with a much younger Maggie Brown. Still, the album has many fine moments, such as an easy swinging "If I Only Had a Brain" and the sweet original "And It's Supposed to Be Love." Her band is particularly fine, especially pianist Marc Cary and Bobby Hutcherson on vibes. ~ Tim Sheridan, All Music Guide
All Music Guide Review
Wholly Earth Track Listing
Credits of Wholly Earth
- Jay Newland
- Engineer, Mastering, Mixing
- Nicholas Payton
- Trumpet, Flugelhorn
- Daniel Moreno
- Percussion
- Patrice Beausejour
- Artwork
- Adger Cowans
- Photography
- James Hurt
- Piano
- Alvester Garnett
- Drums
- John Sann
- Photography
- Michael Wilson
- Assistant Engineer
- Abbey Lincoln
- Arranger, Vocals, Main Performer
- Jean-Philippe Allard
- Producer
- Michael Bowie
- Bass
- Marc Cary
- Piano
- Bobby Hutcherson
- Marimba, Vibraphone

















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