Within the small circle of modern jazz trombonists, few would argue that STEVE DAVIS stands apart from the crowd, not only as a singular instrumental voice but also as a gifted performer. With Systems Blue, his fifth Criss Cross album to date, Davis explores a distinguished set of jazz standards while being accompanied by his rhythm section partners from the band ONE FOR ALL, namely pianist DAVID HAZELTINE,bassist PETER WASHINGTON and drum master JOE FARNSWORTH. Alto saxophonist MIKE DIRUBBO joins the group on two numbers. Also available by STEVE DAVIS on Criss Cross: The Jaunt (CRISS 1113 CD), DIG DEEP (CRISS 1136 CD), Crossfire (CRISS 1152 CD), Vibe Up! (CRISS 1178 CD).