Bassist
Art Davis, who occasionally played with
John Coltrane in the early '60s, has led relatively few sessions throughout his career. A very talented player with complete control over his instrument,
Davis contributed all four selections to this impressive outing which is highlighted by "Duo" (matching his bass with tenor saxophonist
Pharoah Sanders) and the 19-and-a-half-minute four-part "Add."
Davis' all-star quartet also includes pianist
John Hicks and drummer
Idris Muhammad. ~ Scott Yanow