'Round About Midnight
Miles Davis · 1957
39 min · 6 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
'Round About Midnight' blends intricate melodies with soulful improvisation, capturing the essence of late-night jazz intimacy.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- intimate late-night listening experience steady melodic journeys throughout soulful improvisation that captivates
- Context
- In 1957, Miles Davis was at a transformative point in his career, having already established himself as a leading figure in jazz. This album marked his first release on Columbia Records and followed the critically acclaimed 'Birth of the Cool', showcasing his evolution towards a more sophisticated and emotive sound.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
'Round About Midnight is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1957. 'Round About Midnight' blends intricate melodies with soulful improvisation, capturing the essence of late-night jazz intimacy. 'Round About Midnight' is considered one of Davis's defining works and played a significant role in shaping the genre of cool jazz. It has been hailed by critics and listeners alike, receiving high praise from publications such as DownBeat and contributing to its induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 'Round About Midnight sound like?
'Round About Midnight' blends intricate melodies with soulful improvisation, capturing the essence of late-night jazz intimacy. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes 'Round About Midnight by Miles Davis notable?
'Round About Midnight' is considered one of Davis's defining works and played a significant role in shaping the genre of cool jazz. It has been hailed by critics and listeners alike, receiving high praise from publications such as DownBeat and contributing to its induction into the Grammy Hall of Fame. In 1957, Miles Davis was at a transformative point in his career, having already established himself as a leading figure in jazz. This album marked his first release on Columbia Records and followed the critically acclaimed 'Birth of the Cool', showcasing his evolution towards a more sophisticated and emotive sound.
Who is 'Round About Midnight for?
'Round About Midnight works well if you're into intimate late-night listening experience, steady melodic journeys throughout and soulful improvisation that captivates.
How many songs are on 'Round About Midnight?
'Round About Midnight has 6 tracks, running approximately 39 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 'Round Midnight Standout 5:55
- 2 Ah-Leu-Cha 5:53
- 3 All of You Standout 7:03
- 4 Bye Bye Blackbird Standout 7:56
- 5 Tadd's Delight 4:29
- 6 Dear Old Stockholm 7:51
Release Date
March 4, 1957
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
39 min 9 sec
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