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Miles Davis, Volume 3

Miles Davis · 1954

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

A rich tapestry of cool jazz textures interwoven with intricate solos and subtle harmonic shifts.

Why listen to this

Best for
intricate solos that invite attention rich textures for evening relaxation short bursts of sonic exploration
Context
Miles Davis was at a pivotal moment in his career when he released 'Volume 3' in 1954, following the groundbreaking album 'Birth of the Cool'. This album showcased his evolving style and solidified his role as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement, right before he began to explore modal jazz with 'Kind of Blue'.
If you like
jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop

Miles Davis, Volume 3 is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1954. A rich tapestry of cool jazz textures interwoven with intricate solos and subtle harmonic shifts. This album is significant for its role in popularizing cool jazz, capturing the essence of a genre that would influence countless musicians. It received critical acclaim upon release and has been recognized for its sophisticated arrangements and improvisational depth, contributing to Davis's legacy as a transformative artist in jazz history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Miles Davis, Volume 3 sound like?

A rich tapestry of cool jazz textures interwoven with intricate solos and subtle harmonic shifts. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.

What makes Miles Davis, Volume 3 by Miles Davis notable?

This album is significant for its role in popularizing cool jazz, capturing the essence of a genre that would influence countless musicians. It received critical acclaim upon release and has been recognized for its sophisticated arrangements and improvisational depth, contributing to Davis's legacy as a transformative artist in jazz history. Miles Davis was at a pivotal moment in his career when he released 'Volume 3' in 1954, following the groundbreaking album 'Birth of the Cool'. This album showcased his evolving style and solidified his role as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement, right before he began to explore modal jazz with 'Kind of Blue'.

Who is Miles Davis, Volume 3 for?

Miles Davis, Volume 3 works well if you're into intricate solos that invite attention, rich textures for evening relaxation and short bursts of sonic exploration.

How many songs are on Miles Davis, Volume 3?

Miles Davis, Volume 3 has 6 tracks, running approximately 26 minutes.

Tracklist

6 tracks·26:23

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

  • 1 Take Off 3:40
  • 2 It Never Entered My Mind Standout 4:02
  • 3 Well You Needn’t Standout 5:22
  • 4 Lazy Susan Standout 4:02
  • 5 Weirdo 4:44
  • 6 The Leap 4:30

Release Date

January 1, 1954

Genre

bebop, hard bop, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

26 min 23 sec