Richard Davis

American jazz bassist [double/string bass] and composer
Born on 15 April 1930 in Chicago, IL, USA. died on 6 September 2023 in Madison, WI, USA

Richard Davis' journey with the bass began at the age of 15. His education in music took place at DuSable High School and VanderCook College of Music. A move to New York happened in 1954, leading to work with Sarah Vaughan from 1957 to 1962. Over 600 albums bear his name, including sessions with Eric Dolphy, Andrew Hill, Tony Williams and Booker Ervin. Collaborations extended to Van Morrison, Bruce Springsteen, Paul Simon and Bonnie Raitt. "Heavy Sounds", co-led by Elvin Jones, marked his debut as a leader in 1967.