Jeff Haynes played percussion with Cassandra Wilson, Lizz Wright, Samite, Lonnie Plaxico, Ruth Gerson, Will Ackerman, Daniel Cage, Christy Baron, Karen Bernod, Carla Cook, Bakithi Khumalo, Philip Bailey, Marvin "Hannibal" Peterson and many others.



Jeffrey Haynes' drumming has complemented Wilson's vocals for over 13 years, a testament to his ability to listen, communicate and create a supportive rhythmic environment. Haynes, a bit of a singer himself, is attuned to the support that singers need:

"I know what it feels like to need space, so that you can open up, stretch out to be one's self," he says. "What you don't play is as important as what you do play, especially when dealing with vocalists."