Wayman Tisdale's "Starship" is a hallmark of contemporary jazz and urban AC radio. Released in 2004 on his album Way Up , it is a cover of the 1977 classic by the soul-funk band Norman Connors and The Starship Orchestra. Smooth jazz with heavy R&B undertones. Energy: Sophisticated, nocturnal, and deeply melodic.
✨ The arrangement is airy and spacious, living up to the "Starship" name by feeling atmospheric and light. Wayman Tisdale - Starship
🚀 Despite being an instrumental, the song carries a nostalgic, romantic weight. Wayman Tisdale's "Starship" is a hallmark of contemporary
Wayman uses his signature five-string fretless bass. Energy: Sophisticated, nocturnal, and deeply melodic
Norman Connors’ original featured vocals by Michael Henderson.
🏀 As a former NBA star, Wayman proved his musicality wasn't a "hobby" with this track; it solidified him as a top-tier jazz bassist.
He successfully translated the lush vocal harmonies into instrumental lines.