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ESPDISK 5044CD
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Amazingly, this is Charles Downs's first album as sole leader, recorded shortly after he turned 81. Starting in the 1970s, he performed as Rashid Bakr, a name he chose out of admiration for drummer Rashid Ali; this is how he was known while performing in various Cecil Taylor ensembles, with Jemeel Moondoc's Ensemble Muntu, and as a member of Other Dimensions in Music, to name just a few. He reverted to his birth name in the 21st century. Featuring Hery Paz (saxophone), Jamie Saft (piano), and Joe Morris (bass). Recorded by Jim Clouse at Park West Studios on December 16, 2024. Mixed by Jamie Saft at Calamari Gardens, Maine. Front cover by Joe Morris; package design/layout by Diana K.
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