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2020-11-27

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ADDCD3363

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Miles Davis

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Acrobat

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Jazz

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Trumpeter, bandleader, composer, and one of the most important figures in jazz music history. Miles Davis adopted a variety of musical directions in his five-decade career that kept him at the forefront of many major stylistic developments in jazz. Born on May 26, 1926 in Alton, Illinois, USA and passed away on September 28, 1991 in Santa Monica, California at the age of 65. He is best known for his seminal modern jazz album "Kind of Blue" (1959), which remains the highest selling jazz album of all time with six million copies sold.Miles Davis studied at an academic school for musicians in NYC where he met Charlie Parker and they started playing together from 1945. In 1948, Miles Davis formed his own ensembles and collaborated with Gil Evans to create The Miles Davis Nonet. Their recordings from 1949 to 1950 resulted in the album "Birth of the Cool" (1957) and laid the foundation for their future collaborations.A pioneer of 'Hard Bop' in the mid-1950s, Miles Davis constantly pushed boundaries throughout his career. In the late 1960s, he ventured into experimenting with electronic instruments and incorporating rock and funk rhythms into his music. Despite health problems leading to a hiatus from playing in the mid-1970s, he made a comeback with an 'electronical' sound in 1980.

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Before The Cool - The Miles Davis Collection 1945- is a comprehensive album that showcases the early years of the legendary jazz musician, Miles Davis. Released by Acrobat, this collection features a compilation of tracks recorded between 1945 and 1950, capturing Davis' development as an artist during this crucial period.

Spanning over two hours of music, Before The Cool offers a captivating journey through Davis' formative years. The album includes recordings from various sessions and collaborations with notable musicians such as Charlie Parker, Tadd Dameron, and Max Roach. These tracks provide a glimpse into the evolution of Davis' sound and his contribution to the bebop movement.

The album opens with "Now's the Time," a classic composition by Charlie Parker featuring Davis on trumpet. This energetic track sets the tone for what follows, showcasing Davis' virtuosity and innovative approach to improvisation. As the album progresses, listeners are treated to other iconic tracks like "Buzzy" and "Milestones," which highlight Davis' unique melodic sensibility.

Throughout Before The Cool, it becomes evident how Davis pushed boundaries and experimented with different styles. From swinging bebop tunes to more introspective ballads like "Moon Dreams," each track reveals a different facet of his musical genius.

The remastered audio quality on this collection allows listeners to fully appreciate the brilliance of these early recordings. Whether you're a long-time fan or new to Miles Davis' music, Before The Cool - The Miles Davis Collection 1945- is an essential addition to any jazz collection. Immerse yourself in the groundbreaking sounds that laid the foundation for one of the most influential figures in jazz history.

Before The Cool-The Miles Davis Collection 1945-

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