Music from Siesta
Miles Davis · 1987
38 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A sultry blend of smooth jazz and ambient textures that evoke a cinematic dreamscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- cinematic dreamscape for relaxation
- short, evocative pieces to savor
- sultry ambiance for intimate moments
- patient unfolding of musical themes
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy engagement
- prefer standalone hit tracks
Where this album fits
- Themes
- cinematic dreamscape· ambient textures· emotional narratives
- Career context
- Released in 1987, 'Music from Siesta' was part of Miles Davis's late career, following his acclaimed album 'Tutu'. This period marked a shift towards more electronic influences and collaboration with contemporary musicians, showcasing Davis's adaptability and continued relevance in the evolving jazz landscape.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Music for Films by Brian Eno — Captures a cinematic quality with ambient textures that create immersive soundscapes.Light as a Feather by Chick Corea — Combines smooth jazz elements with an ethereal feel and intricate emotional storytelling.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Lost in Madrid, Part I 1:47
- 2 Siesta / Kitt's Kiss / Lost in Madrid Part II 7:00
- 3 Theme for Augustine / Wind / Seduction / Kiss 6:31
- 4 Submission 2:41
- 5 Lost in Madrid, Part III 0:45
- 6 Conchita / Lament 6:53
- 7 Lost in Madrid Part IV / Rat Dance / The Call 1:44
- 8 Claire / Lost in Madrid Part V 4:33
- 9 Afterglow 1:40
- 10 Los Feliz 4:34
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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