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Throughout a professional career lasting 50 years, Miles Davis played the trumpet in a lyrical, introspective, and melodic style.

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In 1955, the recording sessions for what became 'Round About Midnight began. The performances snap and sparkle, the quality of the recording is bright and warm, and the tunes—still leaning on ballads and a few bop standards—sound reinvigorated.

In 1955, the recording sessions for what became 'Round About Midnight began. The performances snap and sparkle, the quality of the recording is bright and warm, and the tunes—still leaning on ballads and a few bop standards—sound reinvigorated.

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Miles in France - Miles Davis Quintet 1963/64: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 8 is out now! This vibrant 6-CD/8-LP collection Features a 2LP break-out highlighting over four hours of previously unreleased music.

Miles in France - Miles Davis Quintet 1963/64: The Bootleg Series, Vol. 8 is out now! This vibrant 6-CD/8-LP collection Features a 2LP break-out highlighting over four hours of previously unreleased music.

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Charting jazz's electric revolution in the late '60s, Miles Davis broke new ground with 'Miles In The Sky,' merging amplified gear with acoustic instruments and infusing the bold rhythms of funk and the dynamics of rock. ⚡ Listen Here:

Charting jazz's electric revolution in the late '60s, Miles Davis broke new ground with 'Miles In The Sky,' merging amplified gear with acoustic instruments and infusing the bold rhythms of funk and the dynamics of rock. ⚡ Listen Here:

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57 years ago this month, Miles began recording 'Miles in the Sky.' What's your favorite track? ☁️

57 years ago this month, Miles began recording 'Miles in the Sky.' What's your favorite track? ☁️

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Miles performs "I Fall in Love Too Easily" live in Copenhagen, 1969.

Miles performs "I Fall in Love Too Easily" live in Copenhagen, 1969.

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65 years ago today, Miles Davis released 'Kind of Blue.' Revered as a classic work, and inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame in 1992. Today we celebrate its lasting legacy within the jazz world and beyond. 🎺❤️

65 years ago today, Miles Davis released 'Kind of Blue.' Revered as a classic work, and inducted into the GRAMMY Hall of Fame in 1992. Today we celebrate its lasting legacy within the jazz world and beyond. 🎺❤️

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Miles performing "I Fall in Love Too Easily" live in Copenhagen, 1969.

Miles performing "I Fall in Love Too Easily" live in Copenhagen, 1969.

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Happy International Jazz Day! Miles performs "Bitches' Brew," the titular track from the groundbreaking album, live in Copenhagen in 1969.

Happy International Jazz Day! Miles performs "Bitches' Brew," the titular track from the groundbreaking album, live in Copenhagen in 1969.

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Miles performs "Splatch" live at Amnesty International.

Miles performs "Splatch" live at Amnesty International.

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A sound that never stood still. Celebrating International Jazz Day the Miles way. 🎺

A sound that never stood still. Celebrating International Jazz Day the Miles way. 🎺

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On 'On The Corner'—a double album with just four tracks—rhythm is in fact the message. One could call this album "Metal Machine Miles" as it's filled with electronic beeps and metallic clangs, and a very looped, robotic feel. What's your favorite song off this album?

On 'On The Corner'—a double album with just four tracks—rhythm is in fact the message. One could call this album "Metal Machine Miles" as it's filled with electronic beeps and metallic clangs, and a very looped, robotic feel. What's your favorite song off this album?

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This May, we mark the centennial of Miles Davis with a reflection on the passion that shaped his life in music. For Miles, music had to mean something. His work was guided by the belief that contributing something original and honest was essential.

This May, we mark the centennial of Miles Davis with a reflection on the passion that shaped his life in music. For Miles, music had to mean something. His work was guided by the belief that contributing something original and honest was essential.

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On this day in 1969, Miles began recording Bitches Brew, the experimental Jazz album that redefined the future of the genre.

On this day in 1969, Miles began recording Bitches Brew, the experimental Jazz album that redefined the future of the genre.

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Happy birthday to the one and only Miles Davis 🎉 Not only was he gifted with his first trumpet on his 13th birthday, but he was also gifted his very own street name in New York City years later 🎺

Happy birthday to the one and only Miles Davis 🎉 Not only was he gifted with his first trumpet on his 13th birthday, but he was also gifted his very own street name in New York City years later 🎺

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Miles performing "So What," as featured on 1959's Kind of Blue 💙🎺

Miles performing "So What," as featured on 1959's Kind of Blue 💙🎺

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40 years ago, Miles recorded Aura. Often considered a concept album, each track is named after a color that describes their musical intensity. The album went on to receive two Grammy awards in 1990.

40 years ago, Miles recorded Aura. Often considered a concept album, each track is named after a color that describes their musical intensity. The album went on to receive two Grammy awards in 1990.

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"The Complete Miles Davis Featuring John Coltrane" includes iconic albums such as "Round About Midnight", "Someday My Prince Will Come" and "Kind of Blue", along with 18 previously unreleased tracks. The album reach number 16 on Billboard's Jazz Albums Chart.

"The Complete Miles Davis Featuring John Coltrane" includes iconic albums such as "Round About Midnight", "Someday My Prince Will Come" and "Kind of Blue", along with 18 previously unreleased tracks. The album reach number 16 on Billboard's Jazz Albums Chart.

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From 1971, watch as Miles Davis performs "What I Say" on Norwegian television.

From 1971, watch as Miles Davis performs "What I Say" on Norwegian television.

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On April 8, 2025, Miles Davis' Bitches Brew was inducted into the National Recording Registry! This iconic album, blending rock and jazz, is now recognized for its cultural and historical significance.

On April 8, 2025, Miles Davis' Bitches Brew was inducted into the National Recording Registry! This iconic album, blending rock and jazz, is now recognized for its cultural and historical significance.

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On this day in 1964, Miles performed at the Paris Jazz Festival, Salle Pleyel. The timeless classic "Autumn Leaves" was recorded during this legendary performance, showcasing Miles' Second Great Quinet including Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter and Tony Williams.

On this day in 1964, Miles performed at the Paris Jazz Festival, Salle Pleyel. The timeless classic "Autumn Leaves" was recorded during this legendary performance, showcasing Miles' Second Great Quinet including Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter and Tony Williams.

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