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Miles Away

Madlib · 2010

59 min · 10 tracks · hip-hop

A meditative fusion of hip-hop beats and jazz improvisation that pays homage to musical legends.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • meditative moments for reflection
  • wave-like pacing with peaks
  • appreciation for musical legends
  • focused listening during relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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
J Dilla· MF DOOM· Flying Lotus

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Derf (For Derf Reklaw) 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) 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) 9:23

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata