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Richard Davis

Bassist best known for his contribution to Van Morrison’s ASTAL WEEKS and Eric Dolphy’s OUT TO LUNCH.
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Richard Davis

One for Frederick
Richard Davis

The Bassist: Homage to …
Garnett Brown / Chick C … / Rich … /

Jazz for a Sunday After …
Richard Davis

Forest Flowers
Richard Davis

Now's the Time (Recorde …
Richard Davis

Live at Sweet Basil

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Richard Davis - Artist Details

Active

1940s - 2020s

Born

April 15, 1930 in Chicago, IL

Genre

Jazz

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Hard Bop Post-Bop Fusion Mainstream Jazz Modern Creative

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Creative Construction Company Ahmad Jamal Trio New York Unit Mingus Dynasty

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