"Steadfast" is a compelling piano trio recording from John Hicks, showcasing his masterful improvisations and harmonic depth. The album captures a moment of confident maturity in Hicks's career, presenting a cohesive set of performances that are both intellectually engaging and deeply emotive.
- The album was recorded in New York City and produced by John Hicks himself, alongside Gretchen Lee.
- "Steadfast" features bassist Peter Washington and drummer Idris Muhammad, forming a cohesive and dynamic trio.
- Upon its release, the album was noted for its sophisticated yet accessible approach to jazz piano trio repertoire.
John Hicks was a jazz pianist and composer from Queens, New York, known for his inventive harmonic language and fluid improvisational style. In 1991, he released "Steadfast," a piano trio album that found him working within the established traditions of the genre while infusing it with his characteristic soulful intensity.
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