The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions
Miles Davis · 2003
368 min · 42 tracks · jazz
A sprawling, experimental fusion of jazz with electric elements that captures the raw energy of creative improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Willie Nelson (take 2) Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Go Ahead John (part one) — This lengthy improvisation exemplifies the album's freeform spirit, allowing each musician to explore their sound within a cohesive framework. Its dynamic shifts and rhythmic explorations demonstrate Davis's innovative use of space and texture in jazz.
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Right Off (take 10) — As one of the standout tracks, it showcases the powerful interplay between Davis and his band, featuring electrifying solos that push the boundaries of traditional jazz. The track encapsulates the fusion of genres that characterizes this era of Davis's work.
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Yesternow (take 16) — This piece highlights the seamless blending of diverse musical elements with its gradual build-up and contrasting sections. The exploratory nature of this track represents the essence of Davis’s artistic evolution during this influential phase.
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The Mask (part one) — Opening with a hypnotic groove, this track introduces listeners to the sonic experimentation prevalent throughout the sessions. Its atmospheric quality reflects Davis's ability to create immersive soundscapes that capture the listener's imagination.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration of improvisation
- patient unfolding of themes
- immersive sessions for deep listening
- wave-like pacing with intensity
- long-form tracks for focus
Maybe skip if you
- prefer concise, standalone tracks
- seek instant gratification
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A solid entry showcasing jazz fusion, but not widely recognized outside dedicated fans.
- Themes
- electric jazz fusion· 1970s cultural experimentation· improvisational intensity
- Career context
- Released in 2003, The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions compiles recordings from the early 1970s, a pivotal period for Miles Davis as he transitioned into electric jazz. This album follows his commercially successful Bitches Brew and showcases his innovative approach to blending rock rhythms with jazz improvisation, solidifying his reputation as a genre pioneer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Willie Nelson (take 2) Start here 6:42
- 2 Willie Nelson (take 3) 10:22
- 3 Willie Nelson (insert 1) 6:32
- 4 Willie Nelson (insert 2) 5:24
- 5 Willie Nelson (remake take 1) 10:45
- 6 Willie Nelson (remake take 2) 10:18
- 7 Johnny Bratton (take 4) 8:18
- 8 Johnny Bratton (insert 1) 6:39
- 9 Johnny Bratton (insert 2) 5:20
- 10 Archie Moore 4:44
Disc 2
- 1 Go Ahead John (part one) 13:08
- 2 Go Ahead John (part two a) 7:01
- 3 Go Ahead John (part two b) 10:06
- 4 Go Ahead John (part two c) 3:39
- 5 Go Ahead John (part one remake) 11:05
- 6 Duran (take 4) 5:38
- 7 Duran (take 6) 11:21
- 8 Sugar Ray 6:16
Disc 3
- 1 Right Off (take 10) 11:10
- 2 Right Off (take 10a) 4:34
- 3 Right Off (take 11) 5:59
- 4 Right Off (take 12) 8:50
- 5 Yesternow (take 16) 9:50
- 6 Yesternow (new take 4) 15:48
- 7 Honky Tonk (take 2) 10:06
- 8 Honky Tonk (take 5) 11:29
Disc 4
- 1 Ali (take 3) 6:50
- 2 Ali (take 4) 10:16
- 3 Konda 16:31
- 4 Nem Um Talvez (take 17) 2:51
- 5 Nem Um Talvez (take 19) 2:49
- 6 Little High People (take 7) 6:52
- 7 Little High People (take 8) 9:29
- 8 Nem Um Talvez (take 3) 4:37
- 9 Nem Um Talvez (take 4a) 2:05
- 10 Selim (take 4b) 2:16
- 11 Little Church (take 7) 3:18
- 12 Little Church (take 10) 3:14
Disc 5
- 1 The Mask (part one) 7:48
- 2 The Mask (part two) 15:47
- 3 Right Off 26:53
- 4 Yesternow 25:34
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