The Complete Live at the Plugged Nickel 1965
Miles Davis · 1995
452 min · 39 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation, showcasing the raw energy and interplay of a masterful jazz ensemble.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- immersive long-form improvisational experience
- intense focus on ensemble interplay
- evening relaxation with rich textures
- dynamic solos that captivate attention
- explorative listening for enthusiasts
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, concise tracks
- seek immediate melodic gratification
Where this album fits
- Themes
- mid-1960s jazz innovation· improvisational mastery· avant-garde expression
- Career context
- By the time 'The Complete Live at the Plugged Nickel 1965' was released in 1995, Miles Davis had already established himself as one of jazz's most innovative figures. This album captures a pivotal moment during his mid-1960s quintet period, which is often regarded as a high point in his career, marked by groundbreaking works like 'Miles Ahead' and 'Kind of Blue'.
- Stylistic neighbors
- John Coltrane· Herbie Hancock· Wayne Shorter
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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A Love Supreme by John Coltrane — Shares the same spiritual intensity and improvisational depth, pushing jazz boundaries.Maiden Voyage by Herbie Hancock — Captures a similar blend of innovation and exploration in a cohesive ensemble setting.Speak No Evil by Wayne Shorter — Maintains avant-garde expression with intricate compositions and rich improvisation.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 If I Were a Bell 17:02
- 2 Stella by Starlight 12:48
- 3 Walkin’ 15:54
- 4 I Fall in Love Too Easily 11:44
- 5 The Theme 10:24
Disc 2
- 1 My Funny Valentine 16:40
- 2 Four 15:05
- 3 When I Fall in Love 10:54
Disc 3
- 1 Agitation 13:19
- 2 ’Round About Midnight 8:42
- 3 Milestones 14:06
- 4 The Theme 0:38
Disc 4
- 1 All of You 14:41
- 2 Oleo 6:05
- 3 I Fall in Love Too Easily 11:53
- 4 No Blues 17:35
- 5 I Thought About You 11:04
- 6 The Theme 7:59
Disc 5
- 1 If I Were a Bell 13:34
- 2 Stella by Starlight 13:08
- 3 Walkin’ 11:02
- 4 I Fall in Love Too Easily 12:06
- 5 The Theme 3:00
Disc 6
- 1 All of You 10:51
- 2 Agitation 10:49
- 3 My Funny Valentine 13:59
- 4 On Green Dolphin Street 13:02
- 5 So What 13:39
- 6 The Theme 3:33
Disc 7
- 1 When I Fall in Love 13:44
- 2 Milestones 11:37
- 3 Autumn Leaves 12:05
- 4 I Fall in Love Too Easily 11:45
- 5 No Blues 20:02
- 6 The Theme 0:32
Disc 8
- 1 Stella by Starlight 14:20
- 2 All Blues 12:24
- 3 Yesterdays 15:05
- 4 The Theme 5:04
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