Released 34 years ago this June
Doo-Bop
Miles Davis · 1992
40 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A daring fusion of jazz and hip-hop, blending smooth melodies with rhythmic experimentation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady flow with rhythmic experimentation
- smooth melodies for relaxed listening
- engaging background for social settings
- playful vibes for casual enjoyment
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- hip-hop fusion· contemporary jazz evolution
- Career context
- By the time of 'Doo-Bop's' release in 1992, Miles Davis was in a period of artistic reinvention after his previous ventures into electronic music. This album marked his return following the critically acclaimed but commercially challenging 'Amandla' (1989), showcasing his willingness to embrace contemporary sounds and culture.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Black Radio by Robert Glasper — Merges jazz with hip-hop and R&B, featuring smooth melodies and rhythmic innovation.Future Shock by Herbie Hancock — Explores the fusion of electronic sounds with jazz, reflecting a similar contemporary evolution.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Mystery 3:57
- 2 The Doo‐Bop Song 5:02
- 3 Chocolate Chip 4:41
- 4 High Speed Chase 4:40
- 5 Blow 5:07
- 6 Sonya 5:32
- 7 Fantasy 4:38
- 8 Duke Booty 4:56
- 9 Mystery (reprise) 1:28
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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