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01. "Springsville"
02. "The Maids Of Cadiz"
03. "The Duke"
04. "My Ship"
05. "Miles Ahead"
06. "Blues For Pablo"
07. "New Rhumba"
08. "The Meaning Of The Blues"
09. "Lament"
10. "I don't wanna be kissed (by anyone but you)"
11. "Miles Ahead (Quartet Version)"
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| | Description: | Miles Ahead by Miles Davis, released 28 July 2023, includes the following tracks: "The Duke", "Miles Ahead", "New Rhumba", "Lament" and more.
This version of Miles Ahead comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - 180GR.180-Gram Virgin Vinyl. Limited Edition - * Down Beat. Although Miles Ahead was Miles Davis' first recording with the Gil Evans Orchestra, it was certainly not Evans and Davis' first collaboration. Gil and Miles' 1948-49 recordings both in the studio and broadcasted live from the Royal Roost in New York are among the true jewels of jazz history. The same can be said about Miles Ahead, a completely refined product in which the arrangements, the repertoire and the mood of every improvisation were carefully selected. * DOWN BEAT. THE COMPLETE LP + 1 BONUS TRACK - 180-GRAM VIRGIN VINYL - LIMITED EDITIONMiles Ahead +1 Bonus Track (180g LP) by Miles Davis is a high-quality reissue of one of the key orchestral jazz albums of the late 1950s. Arranged and conducted by Gil Evans, this LP captures Davis in a richly textured, almost cinematic soundscape that bridges cool jazz, third stream, and sophisticated big band writing. The 180-gram pressing offers improved dynamics, reduced surface noise, and a more stable listening experience, making it ideal for demanding audiophiles and jazz collectors alike. The added bonus track extends the running time and opens an additional window into the original recording sessions without breaking the coherent mood of the album.
Musically, Miles Ahead stands out for its seamless suite-like character: instead of isolated tunes, the pieces flow into one another, creating an immersive, continuous journey. Davis plays flugelhorn throughout, giving his lines a warm, singing tone that blends beautifully with the orchestral arrangements. The album is known for its lyrical themes, sophisticated harmonies, and the tension between carefully written scores and Davis' spontaneous, emotional improvisations. This LP edition allows the spatial depth and instrumental colors of the orchestra--brass, woodwinds, and rhythm section--to unfold fully on a well-calibrated system.
Miles Davis is one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz, a musician whose career redefined the genre multiple times. From his work with Charlie Parker in the bebop era, to the birth of cool jazz, to modal milestones like "Kind of Blue" and later electric and fusion experiments, Davis consistently set new standards. Albums such as "Birth of the Cool", "Sketches of Spain", "Kind of Blue" and "Bitches Brew" are regarded as landmarks that shaped generations of musicians and listeners. Miles Ahead occupies a central place in his collaboration with Gil Evans and is often cited as a prime example of how jazz and orchestral writing can be fused in an innovative way.
The manufacturer PAN AM rec is known for carefully curated reissues and classic recordings that focus on sound quality and presentation. Their releases typically emphasize clean, well-mastered audio and solid pressing standards, appealing to collectors who value reliability and consistency. With this 180g LP edition, PAN AM rec underlines its ambition to keep essential jazz albums available in a form that does justice to both the historical importance and the musical subtleties of the original recordings. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
0129152327 |
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