Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants
Miles Davis · 1959
42 min · 5 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A vibrant confluence of intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance that defines modern jazz's evolution.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intricate melodies inviting deep focus evening relaxation with rich textures improvisational brilliance rewarding attentive listening
- Context
- Released in 1959, this album marked a significant moment in Miles Davis's career as he was transitioning from cool jazz to more experimental forms. Following the critical success of 'Kind of Blue' just a year later, this album showcased his ability to collaborate with other jazz giants and explore new musical territories.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1959. A vibrant confluence of intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance that defines modern jazz's evolution. Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants is notable for its influential arrangements and performances, contributing to the evolution of jazz during a pivotal era. The album features prominent figures like Thelonious Monk and has been celebrated for its artistic merit, helping to solidify Davis's status as a leading innovator in jazz music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants sound like?
A vibrant confluence of intricate melodies and improvisational brilliance that defines modern jazz's evolution. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants by Miles Davis notable?
Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants is notable for its influential arrangements and performances, contributing to the evolution of jazz during a pivotal era. The album features prominent figures like Thelonious Monk and has been celebrated for its artistic merit, helping to solidify Davis's status as a leading innovator in jazz music. Released in 1959, this album marked a significant moment in Miles Davis's career as he was transitioning from cool jazz to more experimental forms. Following the critical success of 'Kind of Blue' just a year later, this album showcased his ability to collaborate with other jazz giants and explore new musical territories.
Who is Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants for?
Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants works well if you're into intricate melodies inviting deep focus, evening relaxation with rich textures and improvisational brilliance rewarding attentive listening.
How many songs are on Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants?
Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants has 5 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Man I Love (take 2) Standout 7:59
- 2 Swing Spring Standout 10:46
- 3 'Round Midnight Standout 5:25
- 4 Bemsha Swing 9:33
- 5 The Man I Love (take 1) 8:29
Release Date
May 1, 1959
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 14 sec
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