First Miles
Miles Davis · 1990
48 min · 16 tracks · jazz
A collection of early explorations featuring raw takes that reveal the evolution of Miles Davis's innovative style.
Top tracks — play these first
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Mile Stones (first take 1/master take 2) Start here — This track captures the raw essence of Davis's improvisational skill, laying the groundwork for future developments in jazz with its rhythmically complex structure.
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Little Willie Leaps (master take 3) — Featuring intricate interplay between instruments, this track exemplifies Davis's ability to blend melodic lines with rhythmic fluidity, showcasing his breakout style.
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Half Nelson (master take 2) — The spontaneous energy and innovative harmonics present here reflect the spirit of the bebop movement and highlight Davis's forward-thinking approach to composition.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- exploratory raw takes and improvisation
- brief snapshots of musical ideas
- intimate listening for enthusiasts
- casual background for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer polished studio productions
- seek longer, cohesive narratives
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — Highlights early recordings but isn't a primary entry point for new listeners.
- Themes
- bebop innovation· late-night jam sessions· jazz improvisation mastery
- Career context
- Released in 1990, First Miles showcases early recordings from the legendary trumpeter's career, specifically capturing sessions from 1945 to 1946. This album arrives after Davis's acclaimed work in the late 1980s, marking a retrospective look at his foundational bebop and cool jazz roots during a period of significant artistic recognition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Tracklist
- 1 Mile Stones (first take 1/master take 2) Start here 2:46
- 2 Mile Stones (take 3) 2:46
- 3 Little Willie Leaps (first take 1/alt. take 2) 3:46
- 4 Little Willie Leaps (master take 3) 2:52
- 5 Half Nelson (alt. take 1) 2:51
- 6 Half Nelson (master take 2) 2:44
- 7 Sippin' at Bells (first take 1.master take 2) 3:20
- 8 Sippin' at Bells (first take 3/alt. take 4) 2:34
- 9 That's the Stuff You Gotta Watch (alt. take 1) 3:05
- 10 That's the Stuff You Gotta Watch (alt. take 2) 3:13
- 11 That's the Stuff You Gotta Watch (master take 3) 3:17
- 12 Pointless Mama Blues 2:51
- 13 Deap Sea Blues 3:16
- 14 Bring It on Home (first take) 3:06
- 15 Bring It on Home (alt. take 2) 2:50
- 16 Bring It on Home (master take 3) 3:16
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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