In Europe
Miles Davis · 1964
80 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A mesmerizing blend of improvisational brilliance and haunting melodies that define the essence of jazz in the early '60s.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- extended improvisations that captivate
- melancholic melodies for deep reflection
- late-night solitude with introspection
- immersive experience for attentive listeners
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of quick gratification
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- European jazz scene· live improvisation· post-'Kind of Blue' evolution
- Career context
- Released in 1964, 'In Europe' captures Miles Davis during a significant period of artistic evolution following his groundbreaking album 'Kind of Blue' (1959). This live recording showcases Davis's transition towards more experimental sounds and sets the stage for his later works in jazz fusion. It also reflects his continued international acclaim, particularly following his tours in Europe.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Shares deep spiritual exploration and complex improvisation, reflecting jazz's evolution in the '60s.Maiden Voyage by Herbie Hancock — Captures a similar sense of atmosphere and experimentalism, blending intricate melodies with improvisational flair.Return to Forever by Chick Corea — Explores fusion elements while maintaining an improvisational core, akin to Davis's later works.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduction by André Francis 0:46
- 2 Autumn Leaves 13:52
- 3 Milestones 9:16
- 4 I Thought About You 11:44
- 5 Joshua 11:26
- 6 All of You 16:49
- 7 Walkin' 16:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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