New Age
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Richard Davis
About Richard Davis
Bassist Richard Davis possessed a rich, woody tone and an excellent technique. He served in world-class symphony orchestras, backed vocalists, and engaged in ensembles. He appeared on three iconic recordings of the 20th century: Eric Dolphy's Out to Lunch!, Andrew Hill's Point of Departure, and Van Morrison's Astral Weeks. His Impulse leader debut, Heavy Sounds with Elvin Jones, appeared in 1967. He released important records during the '70s including 1971's The Philosophy of the Spiritual, 1973's Dealin', and 1979's Harvest and Cauldron. In 1977, Davis began a decades-long tenure as an educator at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Following 1980's Way Out West, he issued Persia My Dear in 1987. The Bassist: Homage to Diversity appeared in 2001. Blue Monk, with pianist Junior Mance, appeared in 2007. Davis was named an NEA Jazz Master in 2014. Always prolific, he amassed nearly 1,000 recording credits.
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