Miles Davis & John Coltrane The Final Tour: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 6
Miles Davis · 2018
220 min · 23 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A transcendent exploration of improvisation, showcasing the deep synergy between two jazz titans in their final performances together.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its historical value, documenting the final live interactions between two of jazz's most influential figures. It has been well-received by critics and fans alike, contributing to ongoing discussions about the evolution of jazz and the legacy of both artists. The Bootleg Series also underscores the enduring impact of their collaboration on future generations of musicians.
- Best for
- extended improvisational journeys deep synergy between musicians captivating live performance energy
- Context
- Released in 2018, this album captures the last documented tour performances of Miles Davis and John Coltrane in 1960. At this point in Davis's career, he was transitioning from his modal jazz phase into more experimental territories, while Coltrane was solidifying his own innovative voice in jazz. This collection is crucial as it highlights the duo’s profound musical connection during a pivotal moment before they pursued distinct artistic paths.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Bing Crosby· Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Tony Bennett· Andy Williams· Aretha Franklin· Ray Charles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 All of You 17:05
- 2 So What Standout 13:06
- 3 On Green Dolphin Street 14:59
- 4 Walkin’ 15:52
Disc 2
- 1 Bye Bye Blackbird 14:01
- 2 ’Round Midnight 5:37
- 3 Oleo 4:22
- 4 The Theme 0:50
- 5 Introduction (by Norman Granz) 0:59
- 6 So What Standout 14:37
- 7 On Green Dolphin Street 14:35
- 8 All Blues Standout 15:31
- 9 The Theme (incomplete) 0:31
Disc 3
- 1 Introduction (by Norman Granz) 1:11
- 2 So What Standout 10:35
- 3 Fran Dance 7:25
- 4 Walkin’ 16:21
- 5 The Theme 0:53
Disc 4
- 1 So What Standout 15:20
- 2 On Green Dolphin Street 13:40
- 3 All Blues Standout 16:10
- 4 The Theme 0:59
- 5 John Coltrane Interview (by Carl‐Erik Lindgren) 6:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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