Bop for Miles
Mark Murphy · 2004
57 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A vibrant homage to bebop, where intricate vocal improvisations meet classic jazz standards.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate vocal improvisations throughout
- vibrant afternoon gathering energy
- long-form explorations of classics
- cathartic moments of musical expression
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek short, standalone pieces
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Bop for Miles' was released in 2004, Mark Murphy was already an established jazz vocalist with a career spanning over five decades. This album marked his return to the studio after a period of focused live performances and showcases his ability to reinterpret jazz classics through a contemporary lens.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carmen McRae· Ella Fitzgerald· Sarah Vaughan
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All Blues 6:44
- 2 Summertime 4:08
- 3 Autumn Leaves 3:35
- 4 Bye Bye Blackbird 6:03
- 5 On Green Dolphin Street 7:22
- 6 My Ship 3:10
- 7 Farmer's Market 7:30
- 8 Goodbye Pork Pie Hat 5:01
- 9 Parker's Mood 5:48
- 10 Milestones 5:25
- 11 Miles 2:59
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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