Why this album works
'Miles Away' is notable for its deep respect for jazz traditions, featuring tributes to influential musicians like Horace Tapscott and John Coltrane. The album showcases Madlib's unique approach to sampling and production, helping to solidify his status as a key innovator in both the hip-hop and jazz realms.
- Best for
- meditative moments for reflection wave-like pacing with peaks appreciation for musical legends
- Context
- By 2010, Madlib was renowned for his prolific output and innovative blending of genres. 'Miles Away' marked a continuation of his exploration into jazz-infused hip-hop, following the critically acclaimed 'Madvillainy' with MF DOOM in 2004, which established him as a pivotal figure in underground hip-hop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Beyoncé· Miley Cyrus· Linkin Park· Drake· Jennifer Lopez· Lana Del Rey· Mariah Carey· LL Cool J
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Derf (For Derf Reklaw) Standout 8:07
- 2 One for the Monica Lingas Band 6:29
- 3 Horace (For Horace Tapscott) 5:10
- 4 Waltz for Woody (For Woody Shaw) 3:57
- 5 Shades of Phil (For Phil Ranelin) 5:06
- 6 Black Renaissance (For Harry Whitaker) Standout 6:02
- 7 Tones for Larry Young 5:15
- 8 Mystic Voyage (For Roy Ayers) 4:25
- 9 Two Stories for Dwight (For Dwight Tribble) 5:54
- 10 The Trane & The Pharoah (For John Coltrane & Pharoah Sanders) Standout 9:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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