The Complete In a Silent Way Sessions
Miles Davis · 2001
211 min · 17 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A mesmerizing blend of ethereal textures and improvisational brilliance, redefining the boundaries of jazz fusion.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its role in documenting Miles Davis's shift toward jazz fusion, influencing countless musicians across genres. It features landmark tracks that are essential to understanding the evolution of modern jazz, highlighting Davis’s ability to blend complex rhythms with ambient sounds.
- Best for
- extended explorations with peaks immersive soundscapes for reflection wave-like pacing that unfolds
- Context
- By 2001, Miles Davis had already established himself as a revolutionary figure in jazz, with 'In a Silent Way' marking a pivotal moment in his transition to electric instrumentation. This collection captures sessions from 1969, including material that showcases his innovative approach to modal jazz, solidifying his legacy just years after his passing.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Bing Crosby· Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Tony Bennett· Andy Williams· Aretha Franklin· Ray Charles
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Mademoiselle Mabry Standout 16:37
- 2 Frelon brun 5:40
- 3 Two Faced 18:03
- 4 Dual Mr. Anthony Tillmon Williams Process 13:23
- 5 Splash 10:08
- 6 Splashdown 8:02
Disc 2
- 1 Ascent 14:54
- 2 Directions I 6:50
- 3 Directions II 4:53
- 4 Shhh / Peaceful Standout 19:17
- 5 In a Silent Way (rehearsal) 5:26
- 6 In a Silent Way Standout 4:18
- 7 It's About That Time 11:27
Disc 3
- 1 The Ghetto Walk 26:49
- 2 Early Minor 6:58
- 3 Shhh / Peaceful (LP version) 18:18
- 4 In a Silent Way / It’s About That Time (LP version) 19:52
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