Espirito is a suite that extends and expands the vision of Lawson Rollins’ critically-acclaimed debut solo release Infinita with thirteen compositions that delve deep into the roots of world music. Rollins reunites with Persian-American musician and producer Shahin Shahida (of Shahin & Sepehr) and multi-platinum producer Dominic Camardella (Flora Purim, 3rd Force, Ottmar Liebert) to craft an epic World Music odyssey that reaches across cultures and musical traditions. The cast includes iconic Brazilian singer Flora Purim, legendary percussionist Airto Moreira, Iranian kamancheh master Kayhan Kalhor, and Grammy winners Charlie Bisharat on violin as well as Cuban drummer Horacio “El Negro” Hernandez. About the making of "ESPIRITO" The recording process for Espirito followed the template Rollins and co-producers Shahin Shahida and Dominic Camardella laid down on Infinita. “I wrote the songs and basic arrangements,” Rollins says, “but I left space for the players to be creative. I may ask for the flavors I want, but they’re free to bring in their ideas.” Espirito’s wide-ranging musical palette spans continents and cultures without losing its bedrock groove or playful sense of adventure. “I love the hybrid quality of World Music and how it allows for cross-cultural communication and exchange,” Lawson says. “Centuries ago, travel, trade, and migration created new forms of musical expression. The Spanish guitar is a true manifestation of the commingling of cultures with its ties