What makes Four & More by Miles Davis notable?

The album is noteworthy for its critical acclaim, often regarded as a pivotal work in Davis's catalog due to its influence on future jazz fusion movements. It features extended improvisations that highlight both individual brilliance and collective synergy, which contributed to reshaping the jazz landscape of the time. By the release of *Four & More* in January 1966, Miles Davis had established himself as a leading figure in jazz following the groundbreaking *Kind of Blue*. This album captures a live performance from the 1966 New York concert at the Philharmonic Hall, showcasing his evolving sound and approach during a period marked by significant experimentation with modal jazz and electric instrumentation.

Who is Four & More for?

Four & More works well if you're into dynamic ensemble interplay throughout, extended tracks for deep engagement and vibrant energy for focused listening.

How many songs are on Four & More?

Four & More has 8 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Released 60 years ago

Four & More

Miles Davis · 1966

53 min · 8 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop

A vibrant amalgamation of modal jazz and hard bop, showcasing Davis's innovative trumpet prowess and dynamic ensemble interplay.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic ensemble interplay throughout
extended tracks for deep engagement
vibrant energy for focused listening
cathartic moments of improvisation

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Where this album fits

Themes: New York concert energy· modal jazz exploration· live improvisational dynamics
Career context: By the release of *Four & More* in January 1966, Miles Davis had established himself as a leading figure in jazz following the groundbreaking *Kind of Blue*. This album captures a live performance from the 1966 New York concert at the Philharmonic Hall, showcasing his evolving sound and approach during a period marked by significant experimentation with modal jazz and electric instrumentation.
Stylistic neighbors: John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock — Explores fusion with electric instrumentation and improvisation, echoing Davis's dynamic live energy.

A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Shares deep modal exploration and spiritual intensity, reflecting similar improvisational depth.

Return to Forever by Chick Corea — Combines jazz fusion with vibrant ensemble interplay, parallel to the energetic atmosphere of Davis's work.