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
Tracks
01. Life (Art Davis)
02. Duo (Art Davis / Pharoah Sanders)
03. Blues From Concertpieces For Bass (Art Davis)
04. Add (Art Davis
PHAROAH SANDERS tenor saxophone
JOHN HICKS piano
ART DAVIS bass
IDRIS MOHAMMED drums
Recorded Live in New York City October 5, 1986
Soul Note SN 1143