Malachi Favors ( August 22 , 1927 , Lexington , Mississippi -- January 30 , 2004 , Chicago , Illinois ) was a noted American jazz bassist best known for his work with the Art Ensemble of Chicago .
Malachi Favors ( August 22 , 1927 -- January 30 , 2004 ) was an American jazz bassist . He was best known for his work with the Art Ensemble of Chicago .