The Essential Miles Davis
Miles Davis · 2001
149 min · 23 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A rich tapestry of jazz styles that showcases Miles Davis's innovative spirit and masterful musicianship across decades.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long-form explorations of sound cathartic moments of improvisation evening relaxation with complexity
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'The Essential Miles Davis' compiles some of the most pivotal tracks from Davis's expansive career, spanning from his early bebop days to his later fusion explorations. At this point, Davis had already been a transformative figure in jazz, influencing countless artists and genres while receiving critical acclaim throughout his long career.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
The Essential Miles Davis is an album by Miles Davis, released in 2001. A rich tapestry of jazz styles that showcases Miles Davis's innovative spirit and masterful musicianship across decades. This compilation serves as a comprehensive introduction to Miles Davis's work, highlighting his contributions to jazz and earning recognition for its curated selection. The album has been well-received in various publications, showcasing tracks that have become standards in the jazz repertoire and solidifying Davis's legacy as a central figure in music history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Essential Miles Davis sound like?
A rich tapestry of jazz styles that showcases Miles Davis's innovative spirit and masterful musicianship across decades. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes The Essential Miles Davis by Miles Davis notable?
This compilation serves as a comprehensive introduction to Miles Davis's work, highlighting his contributions to jazz and earning recognition for its curated selection. The album has been well-received in various publications, showcasing tracks that have become standards in the jazz repertoire and solidifying Davis's legacy as a central figure in music history. Released in 2001, 'The Essential Miles Davis' compiles some of the most pivotal tracks from Davis's expansive career, spanning from his early bebop days to his later fusion explorations. At this point, Davis had already been a transformative figure in jazz, influencing countless artists and genres while receiving critical acclaim throughout his long career.
Who is The Essential Miles Davis for?
The Essential Miles Davis works well if you're into long-form explorations of sound, cathartic moments of improvisation and evening relaxation with complexity.
How many songs are on The Essential Miles Davis?
The Essential Miles Davis has 23 tracks, running approximately 149 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Now's the Time 3:17
- 2 Jeru 3:13
- 3 Compulsion 5:44
- 4 Tempus Fugit 3:51
- 5 Walkin' 13:27
- 6 'Round Midnight Standout 5:57
- 7 Bye Bye Blackbird 7:55
- 8 New Rhumba 4:37
- 9 Generique 2:48
- 10 Summertime 3:20
- 11 So What Standout 9:23
- 12 The Pan Piper 3:53
- 13 Someday My Prince Will Come 9:04
Disc 2
- 1 My Funny Valentine 15:07
- 2 E.S.P. 5:30
- 3 Nefertiti 7:53
- 4 Petits Machins (Little Stuff) 8:07
- 5 Miles Runs the Voodoo Down Standout 14:03
- 6 Little Church 3:16
- 7 Black Satin 5:16
- 8 Jean Pierre 4:03
- 9 Time After Time 3:40
- 10 Portia 6:18
Release Date
May 15, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
149 min 54 sec
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