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Miles & Coltrane

Miles Davis · 1988

47 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop

A vibrant interplay of intricate melodies and rhythmic complexity that showcases the genius of two jazz titans.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intricate melodies inviting deep focus
  • vibrant interplay for attentive listening
  • rhythmic complexity with dynamic shifts
  • ideal for contemplative afternoon sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward, catchy tunes

Where this album fits

Themes
bebop improvisation· jazz collaboration· melodic exploration
Career context
Released in 1988, 'Miles & Coltrane' marks a retrospective collection during Miles Davis's later career, highlighting his enduring collaboration with John Coltrane. By this time, Davis had already established himself as a pivotal figure in jazz, with groundbreaking works like 'Kind of Blue' and was revisiting iconic moments from his past.
Stylistic neighbors
John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Sounds like this from elsewhere
A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Explores deep spiritual themes through intricate melodies and improvisation, echoing the collaborative spirit.
Head Hunters by Herbie Hancock — Shares rhythmic complexity and melodic exploration, blending jazz with funk in a vibrant interplay.
Speak No Evil by Wayne Shorter — Features rich melodic structures and an emphasis on improvisation, reflecting a similar jazz collaboration ethos.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ah-Leu-Cha 5:55
  • 2 Straight, No Chaser 8:49
  • 3 Fran-Dance (Put Your Little Foot Right Out) 7:15
  • 4 Two Bass Hit 4:11
  • 5 Bye Bye Blackbird 9:19
  • 6 Little Melonae 7:24
  • 7 Budo 4:18

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