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Steve Davis (1929–1987) was an American jazz double bassist best known for his brief but significant association with John Coltrane during the early formation of Coltrane’s independent quartet. Born in Philadelphia on March 14, 1929, Davis became active on the Philadelphia jazz scene before moving to New York. He was also known by his Muslim name, Luquaman Abdul Syeed.

Davis joined Coltrane’s quartet in 1960, alongside pianist McCoy Tyner and drummer Elvin Jones. The group recorded at Atlantic Studios in New York in October 1960, producing the material that became My Favorite Things. Davis played double bass on the album’s title track, as well as “Everytime We Say Goodbye,” “Summertime,” and “But Not for Me.”

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