Al Foster

A master drummer known for his intense groove, Al Foster has remained a top-call performer for over five decades. Following his emergence backing trumpeter Blue Mitchell in the 1960s, Foster gained wide acclaim as a member of Miles Davis' fusion ensembles of the '70s and '80s, appearing on albums like On the Corner, Agharta, and The Man with the Horn. Over the years, he has played with a list of name players including Joe Henderson, Bobby Hutcherson, Herbie Hancock, and more. Though he has only recorded a handful of solo albums, including 1978's Mixed Roots and 2019's Inspirat...