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'Round About Midnight

Miles Davis · 1957

39 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop

'Round About Midnight' blends intricate melodies with soulful improvisation, capturing the essence of late-night jazz intimacy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate late-night listening experience
  • steady melodic journeys throughout
  • soulful improvisation that captivates
  • reflective moments of calm

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer short, standalone tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
late-night jazz intimacy· Columbia Records debut· sophisticated improvisation
Career context
In 1957, Miles Davis was at a transformative point in his career, having already established himself as a leading figure in jazz. This album marked his first release on Columbia Records and followed the critically acclaimed 'Birth of the Cool', showcasing his evolution towards a more sophisticated and emotive sound.
Stylistic neighbors
John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Ballads by John Coltrane — Explores intimate melodies and emotional depth, for late-night listening.
Chet Baker Sings by Chet Baker — Blends smooth vocal lines with melancholic trumpet, creating a similar late-night vibe.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 'Round Midnight 5:55
  • 2 Ah-Leu-Cha 5:53
  • 3 All of You 7:03
  • 4 Bye Bye Blackbird 7:56
  • 5 Tadd's Delight 4:29
  • 6 Dear Old Stockholm 7:51

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