Basic Miles: The Classic Performances of Miles Davis
49 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A rich tapestry of intricate melodies and improvisations that define jazz's evolution through Davis's expressive trumpet.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- rich melodic improvisations throughout
- evening listening with friends
- intricate details for headphone listeners
- dreamy soundscapes for reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- fast-paced, energetic environments
- short attention spans
Where this album fits
- Themes
- jazz evolution· nighttime reflections· melodic improvisation
- Career context
- Released in 1988, 'Basic Miles' serves as a retrospective during Miles Davis's later career, following his 1986 album 'Tutu'. At this point, Davis had already established himself as a pioneering figure in multiple jazz movements, including bebop and modal jazz, and was revisiting his classic performances to introduce new audiences to his groundbreaking work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Shares deep spiritual exploration and intricate improvisation, echoing the evolution of jazz.Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock — Combines melodic innovation and rhythmic complexity, reflecting jazz's fusion era and improvisational spirit.Speak No Evil by Wayne Shorter — Features rich melodies and sophisticated harmonies, resonating with nighttime reflections in jazz.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Budo 4:14
- 2 Stella by Starlight 4:41
- 3 Sweet Sue, Just You 3:37
- 4 Little Melonae 7:20
- 5 Miles Ahead 3:31
- 6 On Green Dolphin Street 9:46
- 7 'Round Midnight 5:54
- 8 Fran-Dance 7:13
- 9 Devil May Care 3:26
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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