Water Babies cover

Water Babies

Miles Davis · 1976

53 min · 5 tracks · jazz fusion ยท bebop ยท hard bop

A fluid blend of exploratory jazz fusion, characterized by intricate melodies and dynamic improvisation.

Why listen to this

Best for
gradual build to a climax fluid improvisation for deep listening exploratory melodies that captivate
Context
Released on November 2, 1976, 'Water Babies' arrived during Miles Davis's prolific fusion period, following the groundbreaking 'Bitches Brew' in 1970. This album showcases Davis's continued evolution as he embraced electric instrumentation and collaborative experimentation with a new generation of musicians.
If you like
jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop

Water Babies is an album by Miles Davis, released in 1976. A fluid blend of exploratory jazz fusion, characterized by intricate melodies and dynamic improvisation. 'Water Babies' is significant for its innovative approach to jazz fusion, blending complex structures with accessible melodies. The album received critical acclaim upon release, highlighting its influence on subsequent artists in the genre and solidifying Davis's status as a pivotal figure in modern jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Water Babies sound like?

A fluid blend of exploratory jazz fusion, characterized by intricate melodies and dynamic improvisation. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.

What makes Water Babies by Miles Davis notable?

'Water Babies' is significant for its innovative approach to jazz fusion, blending complex structures with accessible melodies. The album received critical acclaim upon release, highlighting its influence on subsequent artists in the genre and solidifying Davis's status as a pivotal figure in modern jazz. Released on November 2, 1976, 'Water Babies' arrived during Miles Davis's prolific fusion period, following the groundbreaking 'Bitches Brew' in 1970. This album showcases Davis's continued evolution as he embraced electric instrumentation and collaborative experimentation with a new generation of musicians.

Who is Water Babies for?

Water Babies works well if you're into gradual build to a climax, fluid improvisation for deep listening and exploratory melodies that captivate.

How many songs are on Water Babies?

Water Babies has 5 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.

Tracklist

5 tracks·53:16

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

  • 1 Water Babies Standout 5:11
  • 2 Capricorn Standout 8:32
  • 3 Sweet Pea 8:05
  • 4 Two Faced Standout 18:06
  • 5 Dual Mr. Tillman Anthony 13:22

Release Date

November 2, 1976

Genre

bebop, hard bop, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

53 min 16 sec