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The Grip is a live debut album by jazz saxophonist Arthur Blythe, recorded at the Brook, New York City in 1977 and released on the India Navigation label.

Track listing:
All compositions by Arthur Blythe except as indicated
“The Grip” – 7:15
“Spirits in the Field” (Frank Lowe) – 8:36
“Sunrise Service” – 7:54
“Lower Nile” – 4:02
“As of Yet” – 12:37
“My Son Ra” – 3:22
Recorded at the Brook in New York City on February 26, 1977.

Personnel:
Arthur Blythe – alto saxophone
Abdul Wadud – cello
Ahmed Abdullah – trumpet
Bob Stewart – tuba
Steve Reid – drums
Muhamad Abdullah – percussion

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Released: 1977
Recorded: February 26, 1977
Label: India Navigation