In the 1960s, he showcased his knack for pristine harmonies and avant-garde sensibilities as a sideman on many classic albums, including Jackie McLean’s “Destination…Out!” and Eric Dolphy’s “Out to Lunch”. His distinctive sound derived from an almost purist approach to the vibraphone, with little use of effects and pedals. An atmospheric sonic texture that created space for his fellow soloists, and later got embraced by the hip-hop generation.
Photo: Francis Wolff
