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Released 20 years ago

Cool & Collected

Miles Davis · 2006

69 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop

A reflective compilation of Miles Davis's timeless compositions, blending cool jazz with emotive improvisation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments for quiet thinking
  • easy-going background for gatherings
  • sophisticated ambiance for dinner parties
  • melodic improvisation for late nights
  • captivating solos that invite contemplation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer straightforward structures

Where this album fits

Themes
modal jazz innovation· emotive improvisation· reflective retrospectives
Career context
Released in 2006, 'Cool & Collected' serves as a retrospective compilation in the latter part of Miles Davis's career. By this time, Davis was recognized as a pioneering figure in jazz, having influenced generations with his innovative approaches. This album encapsulates key moments from his expansive oeuvre, allowing listeners to revisit his musical evolution and impact.
Stylistic neighbors
John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Sounds like this from elsewhere
A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Shares a deep spiritual exploration through modal jazz and profound emotional expression.
Chet Baker Sings by Chet Baker — Combines cool jazz sensibilities with reflective lyrical themes and emotive trumpet melodies.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 So What 9:24
  • 2 Summertime 3:21
  • 3 Généerique 2:50
  • 4 Stella by Starlight 4:45
  • 5 Fran-Dance 5:50
  • 6 Milestones 5:42
  • 7 'Round Midnight 5:58
  • 8 Bye Bye Blackbird 7:56
  • 9 Seven Step to Heaven 6:26
  • 10 Time After Time 3:41
  • 11 E.S.P. 5:30
  • 12 Human Nature 4:28
  • 13 It's About That Time (remix) 3:40

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