Miles & Monk at Newport
Miles Davis · 1964
91 min · 13 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A vibrant collision of bebop intricacies and cool jazz sophistication, echoing through the historic Newport festival.
Why this album works
- Best for
- vibrant festival atmosphere captured extended improvisations that unfold dynamic interplay between musicians
- Context
- By 1964, Miles Davis was at a transformative point in his career, following the success of 'Kind of Blue' (1959) and solidifying his status as a leading figure in jazz. This album captures a live performance that showcases Davis's innovative spirit alongside Thelonious Monk, highlighting their improvisational chemistry.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
Miles & Monk at Newport is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1964. A vibrant collision of bebop intricacies and cool jazz sophistication, echoing through the historic Newport festival. Miles & Monk at Newport is significant for its historical context, capturing a rare collaboration between two jazz giants during a pivotal moment in jazz history. The album received critical acclaim, further solidifying both artists' legacies and contributing to the Newport Jazz Festival's reputation as a platform for groundbreaking performances. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Miles & Monk at Newport sound like?
A vibrant collision of bebop intricacies and cool jazz sophistication, echoing through the historic Newport festival. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes Miles & Monk at Newport by Miles Davis notable?
Miles & Monk at Newport is significant for its historical context, capturing a rare collaboration between two jazz giants during a pivotal moment in jazz history. The album received critical acclaim, further solidifying both artists' legacies and contributing to the Newport Jazz Festival's reputation as a platform for groundbreaking performances. By 1964, Miles Davis was at a transformative point in his career, following the success of 'Kind of Blue' (1959) and solidifying his status as a leading figure in jazz. This album captures a live performance that showcases Davis's innovative spirit alongside Thelonious Monk, highlighting their improvisational chemistry.
Who is Miles & Monk at Newport for?
Miles & Monk at Newport works well if you're into vibrant festival atmosphere captured, extended improvisations that unfold and dynamic interplay between musicians.
How many songs are on Miles & Monk at Newport?
Miles & Monk at Newport has 13 tracks, running approximately 91 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Introduction 1:56
- 2 Ah-Leu-Cha 5:56
- 3 Straight, No Chaser Standout 8:50
- 4 Fran-Dance 7:11
- 5 Two Bass Hit 4:14
- 6 Bye Bye Blackbird Standout 9:12
- 7 The Theme 2:52
Disc 2
- 1 Introduction 1:25
- 2 Criss-Cross 8:12
- 3 Light Blue 9:53
- 4 Nutty 13:51
- 5 Blue Monk Standout 11:24
- 6 Epistrophy 6:33
Release Date
January 1, 1964
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
91 min 31 sec
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