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The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions

Miles Davis · 2003

368 min · 42 tracks · jazz fusion ยท bebop ยท hard bop

A raw and electric exploration of jazz fusion, blending improvisation with the intensity of rock music.

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dynamic exploration of improvisation patient unfolding of themes immersive sessions for deep listening
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Released in 2003, 'The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions' is a collection of recordings from Miles Davis's sessions for the film 'Jack Johnson' in 1970. This album arrived after Davis's commercial peak in the late 1960s and showcases his shift towards electric instrumentation and fusion styles. It serves as both a retrospective of his innovative work and an insight into his creative process during a transformative period.
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jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop

The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions is an album by Miles Davis, released in 2003. A raw and electric exploration of jazz fusion, blending improvisation with the intensity of rock music. 'The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions' is significant for its candid glimpse into the genesis of one of Davis's most celebrated works, highlighting his pioneering approach to jazz fusion. The album was well-received by critics, reinforcing Davis's enduring influence on contemporary jazz musicians and solidifying his legacy as a boundary-pushing artist. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What does The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions sound like?

A raw and electric exploration of jazz fusion, blending improvisation with the intensity of rock music. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.

What makes The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions by Miles Davis notable?

'The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions' is significant for its candid glimpse into the genesis of one of Davis's most celebrated works, highlighting his pioneering approach to jazz fusion. The album was well-received by critics, reinforcing Davis's enduring influence on contemporary jazz musicians and solidifying his legacy as a boundary-pushing artist. Released in 2003, 'The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions' is a collection of recordings from Miles Davis's sessions for the film 'Jack Johnson' in 1970. This album arrived after Davis's commercial peak in the late 1960s and showcases his shift towards electric instrumentation and fusion styles. It serves as both a retrospective of his innovative work and an insight into his creative process during a transformative period.

Who is The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions for?

The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions works well if you're into dynamic exploration of improvisation, patient unfolding of themes and immersive sessions for deep listening.

How many songs are on The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions?

The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions has 42 tracks, running approximately 368 minutes.

Tracklist

42 tracks·368:36

Best experienced from track one โ€” press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Willie Nelson (take 2) 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) Standout 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) Standout 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) Standout 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

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Genre

bebop, hard bop, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

368 min 36 sec