American jazz drummer (born January 18, 1943 in Richmond, Virginia, USA; died May 28, 2025).
A member of Miles Davis’ band for 13 years (1972-1985), he was one of the few people to have contact with Davis during his retirement from 1975–1981. After Foster left Miles Davis in 1985, he worked independently, sometimes as leader, sometimes as sideman.
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Live At Smoke2025Vinyl
Reflections2022Vinyl
Cerebral Caverns15 Oct 2021Vinyl
Inspirations & Dedications2019Vinyl
Something More19 Aug 2016Vinyl
Three of a Mind10 Feb 2015Vinyl
The Standard Joe11 Jul 2014Vinyl
An Evening With Joe Henderson, Al Foster, Charlie Haden12 May 2008Vinyl
Crossing The Border1 Jan 2006Vinyl
Brandyn1997Vinyl
Always in Love20 Feb 1991VinylE.S.P.21 Nov 2025 · SingleVinylUnrequited24 Oct 2025 · SingleVinyl
Despertar19 Apr 2024 · SingleVinyl
Skin & Bones19 Apr 2024 · SingleVinyl
Fast Forward1 Oct 2021 · SingleVinyl
Beyond Sunday30 Oct 2018 · SingleVinylRecords from Discogs, completed with the release lists of Deezer. Sleeves from the Cover Art Archive and the same lists.
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