Showtime movie, "Mr. & Mrs. Loving," for which Branford wrote the score, is premiered. The movie stars Lela Rochon and Tim Robbins.

Loved Ones, Branford's collaborative duet with father/pianist Ellis Marsalis, is released.

Branford is nominated for yet another Grammy with Bruce Hornsby in the category of "Best Instrumental Performance" for their stirring rendition of "The Star-Spangled Banner" which the duo performed for Ken Burns' memorable PBS series "Baseball."

Buckshot LeFonque launches worldwide tour in support of debut album, including a performance in Washington, DC as part of the 20th Annual Earth Day.

Branford releases the self-titled debut album from his newly formed Buckshot LeFonque (named after a pseudonym used by Cannonball Adderly in the 50's). An eclectic blend of rock, R&B, hip-hop and blues with a jazz sensibility, this project features artists such as DJ Premiere, poet Maya Angelou, the late blues guitarist Albert Collins and others.

Branford wins Grammy in "Best Pop Instrumental Performance" with Bruce Hornsby for his single "Barcelona Mona." He also performs on hip-hop star Guru's Jazzmatazz and participates on A Tribute to Curtis Mayfield, collaborating with the Impressions.

Branford composes and performs new music for NBC-TV/Disney original movie of the week, "To My Daughter With Love," directed by Kevin Hooks