Blues for Miles
Freddie Hubbard · 1992
57 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz standards infused with innovative arrangements and a contemporary touch, showcasing Hubbard's virtuosic trumpet work.
Top tracks — play these first
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The Thrill Is Gone — Hubbard's interpretation breathes new life into this classic, featuring soulful phrasing that highlights both his technical prowess and emotional depth.
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Blues for Miles (Hip-Hop Bop) — This track stands out for its innovative fusion of hip-hop rhythms with jazz improvisation, reflecting Hubbard's adaptability and forward-thinking approach.
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Autumn Leaves — 'Autumn Leaves' features a hauntingly beautiful melody, allowing Hubbard to showcase his lyrical trumpet style against a backdrop of rich harmonies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional exploration throughout
- soulful trumpet melodies unfold
- for reflective evenings
- rich harmonies that linger
- warmth for intimate gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- seeks fast-paced excitement
- prefers standalone upbeat tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1992, Freddie Hubbard was in the later stages of his career, having established himself as a major figure in jazz since the 1960s. 'Blues for Miles' came after a period of relative quiet in his output during the late 1980s and marked a return to recording with fresh interpretations of classic tunes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lee Morgan· Donald Byrd· Art Farmer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Thrill Is Gone 8:04
- 2 I’m a Fool to Want You 7:45
- 3 Come Rain or Come Shine 8:25
- 4 Autumn Leaves 6:22
- 5 Gypsy Lament 4:59
- 6 Blues for Miles (Hip-Hop Bop) 7:30
- 7 Skylark 8:16
- 8 Tenderly 5:42
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