Miles Davis, Volume 3
Miles Davis · 1954
26 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A rich tapestry of cool jazz textures interwoven with intricate solos and subtle harmonic shifts.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- intricate solos that invite attention
- rich textures for evening relaxation
- short bursts of sonic exploration
- subtle harmonies for quiet moments
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy dance tracks
- prefer straightforward structures
Where this album fits
- Themes
- cool jazz evolution· 1950s jazz scene· lyrical trumpet mastery
- Career context
- Miles Davis was at a pivotal moment in his career when he released 'Volume 3' in 1954, following the groundbreaking album 'Birth of the Cool'. This album showcased his evolving style and solidified his role as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement, right before he began to explore modal jazz with 'Kind of Blue'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Chet Baker Sings by Chet Baker — Shares a soft, lyrical approach to jazz with emotive trumpet and vocal interplay.Portrait in Jazz by Bill Evans — Features lush arrangements and refined improvisation, paralleling the cool jazz aesthetic.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Take Off 3:40
- 2 It Never Entered My Mind 4:02
- 3 Well You Needn’t 5:22
- 4 Lazy Susan 4:02
- 5 Weirdo 4:44
- 6 The Leap 4:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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