Miles Davis Quintet
by Miles Davis
Released: April 27, 1956
Jazz
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Often simply referred to by the original title, "Miles," the album features a lineup that includes some of the era's top jazz talent, helping to establish the group's reputation for innovation and excellence. "Miles: The New Miles Davis Quintet" is a studio album by the renowned jazz musician Miles Davis, released in April 1956 by Prestige Records. This album marks the debut of the Miles Davis Quintet, showcasing the early formation of what would become one of the most influential groups in jazz history.
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The recording captures the quintet's distinctive sound and…
The recording captures the quintet's distinctive sound and style, which would go on to be highly influential in the development of modern jazz.
The album includes tracks that highlight the dynamic…
The album includes tracks that highlight the dynamic interplay between Davis and his band members, setting the stage for the quintet's subsequent recordings and contributions to jazz.
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"Miles: The New Miles Davis Quintet" is a studio album by the renowned jazz musician Miles Davis, released in April 1956 by Prestige Records. This album marks the debut of the Miles Davis Quintet, showcasing the early formation of what would become one of the most influential groups in jazz history.
Often simply referred to by the original title, "Miles," the album features a lineup that includes some of the era's top jazz talent, helping to establish the group's reputation for innovation and excellence. The recording captures the quintet's distinctive sound and style, which would go on to be highly influential in the development of modern jazz.
The album includes tracks that highlight the dynamic interplay between Davis and his band members, setting the stage for the quintet's subsequent recordings and contributions to jazz.
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