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Pangaea

Miles Davis · 1976

88 min · 2 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop

A sprawling, immersive journey blending avant-garde jazz with global influences and extended improvisational passages.

Pangaea is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1976. A sprawling, immersive journey blending avant-garde jazz with global influences and extended improvisational passages. 'Pangaea' is notable for its ambitious length and structure, challenging traditional jazz formats and contributing to the fusion genre's evolution. The album has been influential in shaping modern jazz and is often cited for its experimental approach, particularly among younger musicians looking to push boundaries. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Pangaea sound like?

A sprawling, immersive journey blending avant-garde jazz with global influences and extended improvisational passages. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.

What makes Pangaea by Miles Davis notable?

'Pangaea' is notable for its ambitious length and structure, challenging traditional jazz formats and contributing to the fusion genre's evolution. The album has been influential in shaping modern jazz and is often cited for its experimental approach, particularly among younger musicians looking to push boundaries. Released in 1976, 'Pangaea' marks a significant moment in Miles Davis's career as he delved deeper into jazz fusion. This album followed his experimental work on 'Agharta,' showcasing his exploration of world music rhythms and textures while continuing to innovate within the jazz genre. It represents Davis's ongoing evolution as an artist, embracing new sounds and concepts during a prolific period.

How many songs are on Pangaea?

Pangaea has 2 tracks, running approximately 88 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·88:38

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Zimbabwe Standout 41:42

Disc 2

  • 1 Gondwana Standout 46:56

Release Date

January 1, 1976

Genre

bebop, hard bop, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

88 min 38 sec