Bitches Brew
Miles Davis · 1970
93 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A groundbreaking fusion of jazz, rock, and avant-garde, swirling with electric textures and improvisational prowess.
Why this album works
- Best for
- extended explorations of sound wave-like pacing with peaks immersive deep listening experience
- Context
- In 1970, Miles Davis was transitioning from his acclaimed modal jazz period to a more experimental sound. 'Bitches Brew' marked his first foray into jazz fusion, following the commercial success of 'In a Silent Way' in 1969. This album not only solidified Davis's role as an innovator but also set the stage for future developments in jazz.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
Bitches Brew is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1970. A groundbreaking fusion of jazz, rock, and avant-garde, swirling with electric textures and improvisational prowess. 'Bitches Brew' is widely regarded as a seminal work that helped define jazz fusion, influencing countless artists across genres. It reached No. 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and won a Grammy Award for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album, further cementing its status as a cultural landmark. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Bitches Brew sound like?
A groundbreaking fusion of jazz, rock, and avant-garde, swirling with electric textures and improvisational prowess. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes Bitches Brew by Miles Davis notable?
'Bitches Brew' is widely regarded as a seminal work that helped define jazz fusion, influencing countless artists across genres. It reached No. 35 on the Billboard 200 chart and won a Grammy Award for Best Large Jazz Ensemble Album, further cementing its status as a cultural landmark. In 1970, Miles Davis was transitioning from his acclaimed modal jazz period to a more experimental sound. 'Bitches Brew' marked his first foray into jazz fusion, following the commercial success of 'In a Silent Way' in 1969. This album not only solidified Davis's role as an innovator but also set the stage for future developments in jazz.
Who is Bitches Brew for?
Bitches Brew works well if you're into extended explorations of sound, wave-like pacing with peaks and immersive deep listening experience.
How many songs are on Bitches Brew?
Bitches Brew has 6 tracks, running approximately 93 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Pharaoh’s Dance Standout 20:00
- 2 Bitches Brew Standout 26:59
Disc 2
- 1 Spanish Key 17:29
- 2 John McLaughlin 4:26
- 3 Miles Runs the Voodoo Down Standout 14:04
- 4 Sanctuary 10:52
Release Date
March 30, 1970
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
93 min 53 sec
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