Tribute to Miles

1. So What [Live]

2. RJ

3. Little One

4. Pinocchio

5. Elegy - Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Wallace Roney, Wayne Shorter, , Tony Williams

6. Eighty One - Ron Carter, Herbie Hancock, Wallace Roney, Wayne Shorter, , Tony Williams

7. All Blues [Live]

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A Tribute to Jack Johnson
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Not a classic, not a dud

Nastiest Music Ever Recorded

Incredible Stuff!..Wonderful Tribute...CD Superb

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McLaughlin, Davis, Hancock, Cobham... What More Needs Saying?

A Tribute to Jack Johnson
Miles Davis
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ASIN: B00074CBFG
Release Date: 2005-01-11

Tracks:

Right Off
Yesternow

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Miles Davis was a gifted composer of film soundtracks, and this is arguably his best. Certainly it's his most listenable film piece. A boxer himself, Davis had a feel for movement in the ring, and this recording overflows with the admiration he had for the grace, style, and confidence of fighters like Sugar Ray Robinson. Jack Johnson was, for a long time, Miles's favorite of his own recordings, and you can see why from the first note: guitarist John McLaughlin steps out and strides across a shuffling groove that is closer to barroom R&B than it is to rock; Davis weighs in with that clipped but plaintive sound which promises you that no matter what kind of music he takes on next, he will always be Miles. And then when--midway through the first of two long jams--Herbie Hancock muscles his way into the mix on organ, of all things, you realize that they could go on like this forever. A joyful, liberating record. --John Szwed

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Not a classic, not a dud.......2007-04-27

This is often considered the high point in Miles' fusion period (which I actually don't feel is all that brilliant - in sharp contrast to both the First Great Quintet/Sextet and the Second Great Quintet). But I don't get it. I mean, I like Right Off, a driving jazz-funk-rock that proves Miles had a better understanding of both genres than I, a big fan of funk and rock in addition to jazz, gave him credit for on my review of [...] Brew. John McLaughlin's riffs are perfect in this song, and it even gets away with abucting parts of Sly Stone's Sing a Simple Song. It keeps you interested throughout even though it's almost a half-hour. Not bad!
My problem lies in the second half: Yesternow. It could've come right out of In a Silent Way (my favorite Miles fusion album, and the only masterpiece of the period) if it weren't for the ponderous orchestra, which gets in the way. The song just rambles for its own half-hour, never really taking off, just ambling along, like a guy humming to himself while he's walking down the street. Now, these kind of pleasant low-key mood music things can work if done right, but Miles drops a bomb on us here, probably because it's also just under a half-hour. If you're looking for a quick description, I'd call it "Languid, longwinded and lackluster".
So there you have it. The famed Tribute to Jack Johnson. Basically, if you love the fusion era, you can't go wrong with this one. But if you're like me, the grumpy old-school Miles fan who can only take fusion in small doses, I can't really give this a recommendation. Still, I have to give it credit for never descending into a tuneless, formless mess a la Get Up with It.

Nastiest Music Ever Recorded.......2006-07-03

Some will want to argue with the statement made in the title of this review but I will proudly stand behind my claim. Others might be confused, but rest assured, "nasty" is a good thing in the jazz-rock realm. I tell my trombone player he's nasty after just about every gig, and he is. Nasty is an emotional reaction that, like funky, comes only from music (I have never heard of a nasty painting or a nasty piece of architecture, and nothing concrete in life gives you this reaction) and makes you do all kinds of nasty things, like curling your lip or dancing badly, or whooping or going "whoaaa" or howling or stomping...you get the idea, it's like funky but even more pronounced and energetic...but anyway this album is NASTY! Miles assembled a fantastic band for this project, a film score for a documentary on boxer Jack Johnson. The band is comprised of Miles, John McLaughlin on guitar, Michael "Nasty" Henderson on bass (okay I made that nickname up, but he is), Billy Cobham on drums, Herbie Hancock on organ (he reportedly stopped by the studio in the middle of the session with a bag of groceries and his new album to show Miles, and Miles insisted, as the recording was happening, that he sit down at the organ and take a solo. He does and it's nasty. My only complaint is that Steve Grossman, the saxophonist, is not quite in the same league as the rest of the musicians but his contribution is okay nonetheless. The first track, "Right Off," is 25 minutes of nastiness, a heavy rock and roll shuffle featuring McLaughlin on the most in-your-face guitar solo. A few minutes in, Miles comes in, the key changes, and Miles takes what I would consider one of his greatest solos ever; he is in absolute command of his instrument and uses the whole range in blowing a highly charged, funky-yet-out solo over the persistent yet flexible shuffle groove. There is one moment where Miles trades exclamatory short blasts with the rest of the band and everyone is so locked in it's incredible. The first eight minutes or so of this track are worth the cost of the CD for these two solos.

That's not to say the rest of the album isn't good, but it's not quite as good as the amazing beginning. The rest of "Right Off" features Hancock's organ as well as Grossman's saxophone and remains healthily nasty throughout, with the exception of a reflective section spliced in by producer Teo Macero, whose contribution to the editing of this album is slightly more prominent than usual. This is even more evident on the second track, "Yesternow," which has almost a cut-and-paste feeling that was probably more effective for the documentary than for a continuous listening experience without it. There is one section from "In a Silent Way," just about a minute long, in which Miles solos with himself over the lush, memorable groove from the earlier album. I found that the effect of this section was to remind me of how much I love that album, not the one at hand. But it's still interesting in contrast to the nasty first tune.

This is a tough album to place in terms of accessibility; it's really in-your-face with loud, almost distorted guitar but there's nothing particularly weird here that would turn off the casual listener. My friend, a trumpeter and Miles expert, maintains that this is not a jazz album but rather a rock album, and I would tend to agree, though improvisation plays a huge role in making this music happen (nothing was written beforehand and very little was rehearsed). This is actually a great bridge into jazz from heavier rock, better than any other electric Miles which is often an acquired taste and on the abstract side. Jazz fans will appreciate Miles' assertiveness and the interplay happening here (this is not lifeless or stagnant as fusion could be) as long as they are not closed-minded about the incorporation of rock into jazz or jazz into rock. All in all, the first track is phenomenal and the second is musing, so this album comes together as a masterpiece and one of my favorites by Miles.

Incredible Stuff!..Wonderful Tribute...CD Superb.......2006-06-23

This review refers to "A Tribute To Jack Johnson"/Miles Davis

Originally released in 1971, this album really cooks.The two tracks on this album, were written by Miles Davis, and are from a documentary of boxer Jack Johnson's bio. The sound is incredible.First of all, you will really feel the emotions of the fighter in the ring. Davis' trumpeting, although a rock-jazz style, is definitive of his immense talent. Extraordinary solos that will have you immersed in every note. And what's more check out some of the talent he brings with him. Herbie Hancock on Organ, John McLaughlin on Guitar Steve Grossman on Soprano Sax, Billy Cobham on Drums and Michael Henderson on Electric Bass. Whoa..Whole lotta greatness there! They are all superb, and their combined talents make this album a real treat and treasure for fans.

An amazing production job,the recordings were produced over a 16 week period in 1970. The 2 tracks are "Right Off" and "Yesternow", for a total of about 53 minutes of heaven. The CD(2005) is a superior quality. Every note and sound filtered through the speakers beautifully. It includes a nice 15 page booklet with facts on Davis, the musicians, the recording sessions, and a history of jazz in brief(and also a few pix).

Recommended for Jazz fans, and Rock fans leaning towards the jazzy side. Incredible stuff! Wonderful Tribute...Enjoy.....Laurie

A Fitting Tribute To A True Heavyweight.......2006-05-04

I have always found this album as my favorite of the "electric phase" of Miles Davis. His solos are fabulous and the pieces - though lengthy - do not drift off into a free jazz mode.....they are tight and rock hard.

John McLaughlin proves without a shadow of a doubt that he was the baddest guitar player at this time. The five-disk sessions set - a must companion piece - aptly shows McLaughlin on top of his game in jazz, rock and R&B riffs. And head for the hills when Billy Cobham and Herbie Hancock start grooving.

For those looking to start a collection in electric jazz and/or Miles, this is a perfect place to start.

McLaughlin, Davis, Hancock, Cobham... What More Needs Saying?.......2006-03-27

McLaughlin, Davis, Hancock, Cobham, Grossman, and Henderson just throw jazz sensibilities and caution to the wind and flat out rock on A Tribute to Jack Johnson. Teo Macero spliced in some fades into passages from In a Silent and other pieces that add some balance (and freakiness) to the "take no prisoners" onslaught. All the players are blistering, Miles sounds stronger than ever even though this is really more of a John McLaughlin recording than a Miles Davis recording. This is a must have for any fan of Miles' electric period - in fact, this is where that period really found fruition and took off! If you are a rock fan who has heard about Miles's electric music, this is a great place to start.

Postscript: I picked up The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions and it's a real informative package if you are a musician and are interested in seeing how this release was put together in the editing room.

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East Meets East

Manufacturer: EMI Classics
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ASIN: B00009KPH0
Release Date: 2003-07-22

Tracks:

Ajde Jano
Lullaby For Kamilla
T 4.2
Eden
Dafino
Jovano Jovanke
Ederlezi
Kazimierz
One Voice
Tribute To Maria Tanase
Time 4 Time
Vino
Lost In Time
Kukush

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Superb.......2007-06-20

I have owned this CD for some years and it is possibly my most favourite of favourites. Something has happened to one of the tracks so I am buying another copy. I can't bear to have it incomplete. This CD speaks to my soul with every piece. When you think you have heard the best of the CD the next just grabs your heart. The combination of Nigel Kennedy and the Kroke Band is absolutely superb. I can listen to them for hours on end. If you are a Nigel Kennedy fan this one is a must. No, a need.

Wonderful!.......2007-01-26

This record demands a number of listenings. I am not a huge classical violin fan (I admit I cannot even remember why I purchased this disk) and this CD sat on my shelf for years. Once in a while, I'd listen to Ajde Jano, which I liked quite a bit and that was it (BTW, not only is this disk a departure for Kennedy, but Atlas shines on this track in a way lacking in her solo work). But over time, I have come to have such a tremendous respect for this disk--once I listened to it enough to really get into the spirit of it. It is incredible!

(2) That said, this is not really a classical violin disk, per se. Kennedy complements Kroke, but does not impose himself at all--what great modesty and restraint for a player of Kennedy's renown! Bottom like, this is an awesome E. European folk disk accompanied by some of the most inspired and flawless violen playing that I have (in my admittedly limited experience) ever heard.

This is just a wonderful, fun and eclectic disk that has much to offer music lovers of a number of different persuasions. (I must admit that Ajde Jano is still my favorite track.)

Can't stop listening.......2004-02-04

I am a big lover of classical music and somehow I got my hands around this music. I can only agree a hundred percent with the other listeners that this music is crowling deep inside your soul, makes you want to smile, and to cry at the same time. You will not forget it! It is beautiful and relaxing in some parts, others simply take away your breath and you feel (finally) something about your own passion (again) with this music. Yes, you can imagine people dancing and you can feel the fire of love and dance, intertwined with an endless feeling of happiness.

I have been to Krakow and with this music in the back of my mind I am looking forward to going back again and to hopefully find folk bands which are similar to this astonishing master piece performed by Nigel Kennedy.

Enjoy!
Uwe

Eden for ears and dancing feet.......2003-08-18

East meet Easts is a 14 pieces filled album that is overwhelming about 65 minutes at all.
Eastern Folkmusic meets an incredible strings section and sometimes vocals that I like and that I don't (!!!!) like.
Kroke, the incredible Trio from Krakow, Poland is working together with Kennedy in the whole Eeast European music history and they give their chosen music a modern touch with sometimes jazzy influences I like and a really cool picked in e-violin. The album is almost very danceable and that is quite lovely. I like those tunes.
1.) Ajde Jano ... is the first track it has a really danceable lovely rhythm. I remember that tune cuz I heard it as opening track at Krokes solo tour this year in February in Germany. I absolutely don't know the vocals. I dunno why. I think after listening to it for even more times I will got to love it. I see small kids dancing at bloomy fields when I am listening to that tunes.
2.) Lullaby for Kamila ... is a melancholy tune. I really love it. I love all tragical melancholy sounds. They make me smile and the simple *mmmh mmmmmh* backup vocals are breathtaking for me.
3.) T 4.2 (hint:Tea for two) is just cool ... I heard it for the first time at the Berlin Museumsinsel Gig last year in Berlin. ... And well I was dancing on my chair ... ... (the rough mix of that piece is at "Ten pieces to save the world" without Kennedys e-violin ---> he goes crazy ... *yummy*)
4.) Eden ... is a track that is on "Ten Pieces to save the world" by Kroke as well without Kennedys e-violin and that was my favourite one of their album. It is a good way straight to Eden. That is honey for ears ( ... with feet ) FOLKY ROCK'N'ROLL, Yeah!)
5.) Dafino ... mmmmh ... that is "stolen" at one Slawish wedding party ... maybe ... ... It sounds really lovely ... I see the happy people taking each other by their hands ...
6.) Jovano Jovanke ... that is music for taking a trip on a long lonesome bad road with a even more bad car and someone in the back is telling you stories of the region where you are right now. It can be that you are on the road with horses as well but it is definitely a traditional Roadmovie soundtrack ... ... or it is the last song at one very long party ... you know when the sun is almost coming again in the morning. Everyone seems to be tired but none will stop. Just lovely. And when the sun is up. The band at the party will find new energy and kicks all their energy in the last tunes.
7.) Ederlezi ... that is originally by Goran Bregovic ... I love this interpretation ...
8.) Kasimierz ... He is Jewish and he is telling us a story ... it isn't a sad story ... it is one with happy end ... it is maybe a story about a love ... .. who cares. It is lovely.
9.) One voice ... someone is telling a sad story ... definitely ... it is without happy end. That was my first impression. That's it. I love Kennedys violinpart.
10.) Tribute to Maria Tanase ... was a Romanian singer ... she was known as East European Edith Piaf. I got some tunes of her at one Vinyl LP. She is incredible.
... well and she is dead and these tunes are for her. A better tribute cannot exist.
11.) Time 4 Time ... that is a joke with time ... and with rhythm and with folky tunes. I really love it.
12.) Vino ... means Wine ... so it is clear it can be just a drunken song ... ... it shows me how my brain looks like in delirium. ... everything isn't that clear I want to see.
13.) Lost in Time ... is just and simply wonderful.
14.) Kukush ... is my favourite track ... that is Hardcore Party. I love those tracks I love those music. I know such similar tracks from my trips I have done already to Romania. And I want to dance of course. It is my favourite, definitely before Eden!

Absolutely mesmerizing!.......2003-08-13

As someone who was born into an ethnically diverse family and spent the first part of her life in the former Yugoslavia, it was mesmerizing for me to listen to this CD. I have heard melodies like "Ajde Jano," "Dafino," "Jovano, Jovanke," and "Ederlezi," throughout my childhood and hearing them again brings back so much emotion and so many memories. This is wonderful music and I never tire of hearing it performed in new arrangements and by new performers. Enjoy!

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Latin Tribute to Miles Davis
Humberto Ramírez
Manufacturer: St. Clair Records
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ASIN: B0006UEW6M
Release Date: 2004-12-14

Tracks:

So What
Someday My Prince Will Come
My Funny Valentine
Straight, No Chaser
Tutu
'Round Midnight
Four
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A brilliant album, regardless of who it's a tribute to
These guys are on another level...
Great Band, Great Tribute, Great Music
Miles Smiles
kill me now

Tribute to Miles
Various Artists
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ASIN: B000002MG7
Release Date: 1994-03-22

Tracks:

So What (Live)
RJ
Little One
Pinocchio
Elegy
Eighty One
All Blues (Live)

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A brilliant album, regardless of who it's a tribute to.......2006-02-13

I have owned this album since shortly after it was released, and it has been in steady rotation in my collection ever since I purchased it. I have always been amazed that it is not more widely recognized and celebrated. The 5 studio tracks are very good, but by far the highlights of the album are the live versions of All Blues and So What. All five of the musicians on this album are legendary, and hearing them all together again is a treat.

Tony Williams' brilliant performance on All Blues is worth the price of admission alone, and when you add Herbie Hancock and the other musicians on this terrific CD, you've got the makings of a classic release. There are not many things that I can recommend wholeheartedly, but I guarantee you will not be disappointed if you pick up this hidden gem.

These guys are on another level..........2000-12-24

This CD is superb quality Jazz music. The two live tracks are the gems, and the live version of All Blues is the best I've ever heard... However, at a glance, it does sound more of a tribute to the Miles Davis Quintet than to Miles himself, but take some time to appreciate the genius displayed on this disc and you know that these guys all played with Miles. Almost as if they owe what they are to him.

Tony is much less energetic than what he used to be, but there's still that chemistry between him and Ron Carter, who plays absolutely terrific. Herbie and Wayne sound like real Jazz monsters, and Wallace Roney fits in almost perfectly, though he is far from being the leader of a figure Miles was. It is quite evident he's a Wynton Marsalis student, another trumpet player who owes a lot to Miles.

Great Band, Great Tribute, Great Music.......2000-11-14

Listening again to this album as I write the review I am struck by how fresh it all sounds. The tracks are well chosen, and it is great to have the two live tracks (So What and All Blues) on here as well. Herbie is beautifully understated, for the most part while Shorter and Roney do a fantastic job on the horns. If only they had come to Australia! This is a fantastic tribute to the genius that was Miles. These guys obviously loved him. As the liner notes say "He left us much too soon". However, it is also fantastic music in its own right, and well worth owning.

Miles Smiles.......2000-09-08

I was surprised to see so little written about this fine recording. I listen to it often and consider it to be one of my best purchases. The sound is crisp and clear and some of the tracts are live [So What and All Blues]. Wallace Roney sounds just like Miles, maybe a bit cleaner. Wayne Shorter is always present to balance the trumpet with his tenor and soprano sax. Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter and Tony Williams balance it all out. Give this a listen if you want to hear some fine musicians in peak form.

kill me now.......1999-02-27

okay, i saw this show when i was 15 or so, and i still wish ihad taped it. that having been 7 years ago, and me being a percussionmajor now, i particularly wish i had paid more attention to tony that night. he played at least 3 Solos!!! This definitely one of the most important groups to have ever played jazz, and any recording they ever released is vital....

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Davis And Other Greats..Excellent Stuff... But...Newer CD Is Out
Pioneering 70s fusion
Overrated
Why Miles was cool!
Its pretty good.

A Tribute to Jack Johnson
Miles Davis
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ASIN: B0000027GU
Release Date: 1992-02-25

Tracks:

Right Off
Yesternow

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Davis And Other Greats..Excellent Stuff... But...Newer CD Is Out.......2006-06-26

This review refers to "A Tribute To Jack Johnson"/Miles Davis

Originally released in 1971, this album really cooks.The two tracks on this album, were written by Miles Davis, and are from a documentary of boxer Jack Johnson's bio. The sound is incredible.First of all, you will really feel the emotions of the fighter in the ring. Davis' trumpeting, although a rock-jazz style, is definitive of his immense talent. Extraordinary solos that will have you immersed in every note. And what's more check out some of the talent he brings with him. Herbie Hancock on Organ(yes..on Organ), John McLaughlin on Guitar(soooo good), Steve Grossman on Soprano Sax, Billy Cobham on Drums and Michael Henderson on Electric Bass. Whoa..Whole lotta greatness there! They are all superb, and their combined talents make this album a real treat and treasure for fans.

An amazing production job,the recordings were produced over a 16 week period in 1970. The 2 tracks are "Right Off" and "Yesternow", for a total of about 53 minutes of heaven. This CD from1992 (with a red border) is an older edition.There is a much newer edition of the remastered original recording that came out in 2005. The Amazon ASIN is B00074CBFG. Just put that in the product search and it will take you straight to the product page. It costs a little more, but it is an excellent quality, with every note and sound coming through the speakers beautifully. It also includes a nice 15 page booklet with facts on Davis, the musicians, the recording sessions, and a history of jazz in brief(and also a few pix).

Recommended for Jazz fans, and Rock fans leaning towards the jazzy side. Incredible stuff! Wonderful Tribute...Enjoy.....Laurie

Pioneering 70s fusion.......2005-03-26

This is a jazz rock masterpiece - the playing, the creativity, the feel are all tops here.

The true stars here are Mclaughlin's snappy guitar work, Miles himself and the incendiary drumming of a then young Billy Cobham.

This and later on Agharta/Pangaea are the closest approximation to what might have been if Miles and Jimi Hendrix had collaborated. Out of this world.

Overrated.......2005-02-26

Don't be misled by all these 5 star reviews--- half of this album is boring.

The reason to buy Jack Johnson is for the first track, "Right Off." Miles always bragged that he could have the best rock band in the world, and "Right Off" proves it. John McLaughlin absolutely rips on the guitar here, and Miles chips in an uncharacteristically aggressive solo that is very memorable. If you like Sly and The Family Stone and James Brown, most of "Right Off" will be right up your ally. However, as with much of Miles' work from this period, he doesn't know when to let a good thing quit, and the song goes on for too long, getting pretty repetitive by the end.

The second track, "Yesternow," is repetitiveness defined. It is a slow, boring number that goes nowhere and takes about a half-hour to get there. Those who aren't looking to be put to sleep usually cut off "Jack Johnson" after the first side.

In all, this is a worthwhile album to get for the first song, the first 10 minutes of which is probably one of the greatest rock jams ever. But if you're just getting into Miles' fusion period, I'd start off with "Bitches Brew" instead.

Why Miles was cool!.......2004-08-18

Not that Miles Davis needs further affirmation, but I just transferred this soundtrack from its original LP format onto an audiocassette. And it still sounds fantastic after all these years! Neophytes, who may have been recently introduced to Davis' music through movies like THE TERMINAL and COLLATERAL, would find it worthwhile to work backwards and listen to this album. It is great, though often overshadowed by BITCHES BREW.

Its pretty good........2004-07-15

A Tribute to Jack Johnson is a good soundtrack and is comprised of two lengthy pieces of varying degrees of success.
The first piece "Right Off" starts as an entertaining jazz-rock groove. There's some great firery soloing by Miles and then the tune gets a little spacey towards the middle during the sax solo. There is little harmonic change and the groove stays the same until about 12 minutes in when a James Brown like guitar vamp starts, very cool. Things stay in this mode mode for a while until the groove from the beginning starts again. An organ solo ensues and some good soprano sax and guitar. Not bad, there's some excellent trumpet by Miles and John Mclaughlin's guitar is aggressive and well played. Good solos from the other players. Right Off is a good track, and a fun listen.

The second piece Yesternow suffers from an extremely repetitive bass line that just goes on annoyingly for minutes and minutes while other instruments noodle around leaving much space in the playing. Not much happens for a LONG time. But the piece very gradually builds momentum until "Shh Peaceful" (what the ?!?!) from in a Silent Way comes in. Wow, what a "great" way to expand a composition, insert previously recorded material from another album in the middle. Well it is a sound track album and I have to give Teo Macero props for his usually excellent tape editing and production. Then its back to more repetitious bass playing with horn and guitar accents. This remains in the same mode until at last, thank god, a groove is formed and Miles solos some. Then a really beautiful slow melodic part reminicsent of "Sketches of Spain" closes out the album. Its too bad that this section isn't longer as its a really effective and emotive bit of music. I could have done without the Brock Peters voice over, but I'm not bothered by it because of its brevity.

I think this album is pretty good. It has its moments of great playing from Miles and John McLaughlin plays generally excellent guitar. But there are long stretches of barren groove and noodly solos that never seem to really get off the ground. The bass and drum playing are unremarkable. I have to admit I was somewhat disappointed when I got this CD because I remembered "Jack" as being a much better album. Oh well memory can play tricks on you, I last heard it in the mid-eighties. I have to say though on second listen there are better electric Miles albums out there (not to mention the 30 previous years of acoustic music) This album is inferior to "Bitches Brew," "In a Silent Way," "Live Evil", "Get Up With It," or even "On the Corner" (which is basically a series of deep grooves) If you want to hear some really angry Miles Davis pick up Pangea recorded live in Japan. I'm not saying this is a bad album, or that its not worth getting, it is. But it incorporates some previously recorded material and some of the playing on Yesternow gets a bit tedious. "A Tribute to Jack Johnson" is a good film soundtrack but I'm afraid it pales in comparison to much of Miles' other electric work.

Four Generations of Miles: A Live Tribute to Miles
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Four Generations of Miles: A Live Tribute to Miles
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ASIN: B00006J3XK
Release Date: 2002-09-24

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Of the four musicians presented here, saxophonist George Coleman is the least represented on record with the great Miles Davis. But he's swinging here like he wants to play catch-up on this straight-ahead set recorded in a studio with an audience. The concept is as sound as the music, but don't expect any fusion-like explosions from guitarist Mike Stern, who joined Miles in the early '80s. The guitarist doesn't sacrifice the essence of his "dirty" sound; it's just that he's much more in the tradition than he ever was during his tenure with Miles. Stern and bassist Ron Carter do reach back into Miles's In a Silent Way prefusion era on a haunting version of "Blue in Green," circling and darting around the slow meter while Coleman rains down a Coltrane-like sheet of sound. Jimmy Cobb, one of the trumpeter's more subtle drummers, continuously makes sure his voice is heard throughout this nine-song set without ever getting in the way, just as he did with Miles in the late '50s and early '60s. This is really Coleman's record though, with Stern delivering some excellent solos, particularly on Carter's "81." This obviously heartfelt tribute finds the quartet completely on their game, and with Coleman's tasteful, underrated saxophone style leading the way. --Mark Ruffin

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Stern and Coleman in great form !.......2003-07-29

I don't accord with robert o'neill. Mike Stern & George Coleman are fantastic in this record ! A nice tribute.

overall disapointment.......2003-01-26

i bought this cd with great anticipation, but it was a major letdown. coleman is a monster, but in his effort to sound like miles'trumpet, he is out of tune and way outside the changes. stern offers gorgeous solos but the phaser/flanger that he employs on his telecaster sounds awful. his tone is terrible. jimmy cobb dissapears in the background and the bassist tries to hold this session together with some succcess. overall, this gig stunk, and the cd will gather some dust.

overall dissapointment.......2003-01-26

i bought this cd with alot of anticipation, but it is a serious letdown. the quartet sounds out of whack and the sax is hopelessly out of tune. coleman is a monster but in his effort to sound like a miles trumpet is hard to digest. the great jimmy cobb is lost in the background, and mike stern's tone(he plays his telecaster with a lousy phaser effect) absolutly stunk. i was shocked. stern has some good moments but the horrible flanger/phaser tone ruins his efforts. the bassist tries to hold this gig together with some success. this one will gather some dust.

a pleasant surprise.......2003-01-17

miles davis had a career that practically spanned the entirety of jazz in the 20th century, debuting in the bebop era (40s) and playing through his death in the 90s. along the way, he was a pioneer in developing the sound of jazz, setting the standard for cool jazz, then modalism, then launching fusion. the four players gathered here, george coleman (tenor), mike stern (guitar), ron carter (bass), and jimmy cobb (drums) were all part of major bands in davis' storied career, albeit save for stern, they were generally present in the 60s--cobb was on "kind of blue"; coleman was on "four and more-live at lincoln center"; carter was part of the great 60s quintet, and mike stern part of the later fusion bands.

the music here comes mostly from the "kind of blue" era, meaning fans of stern's fiery solos may be disappointed as he tones things down--he still plays beautifully, however. the star is george coleman, though. this underrated tenor player swings with abandon and completely captures the listener. coleman is always something of a surprise, leaving you wondering why no one has much noticed him over the years.

highlights are "green dolphin street" and the burning "oleo". this is an all-star session that cooks.

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Selim Sivad: A Tribute to Miles Davis
World Saxophone Quartet & Jack DeJohnette
Manufacturer: Justin Time Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Back East

ASIN: B000007OGT
Release Date: 1998-06-23

Tracks:

Seven Steps To Heaven
Selim
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Tutu
Blue In Green
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While the World Saxophone Quartet have been around since 1976, they still continue to challenge themselves in new and interesting ways. Here, multi- instrumentalists David Murray, Oliver Lake, Hamiet Bluiett, and newest member John Purcell embrace the daunting task of interpreting the music of Miles Davis. Accompanied by African percussionists and former Miles Davis sideman Jack DeJohnette, the WSQ enliven new arrangements of songs from several eras in Davis's prolific musical existence. Whether reconstructing epics like "Blue in Green" or "Freddie the Freeloader" from the immortal from Kind of Blue album or translating the trumpeter's Afro-fusion theme "Tutu," the WSQ make each composition their own. DeJohnette contributes both drums and piano to the proceedings while Chief Bey and his two percussion compatriots invigorate the rhythms. A compelling and imaginative homage. --Mitch Myers

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4 and 4.......2006-08-28

two quartets are at work here, saxophones and drums. along with african vocals.

the selection, the road to nefertiti, is soundtrack of a mythical journey to the land of nefertiti, complete with animal sounds and sounds of the bush. the arrival at nefertiti reminds the listener that this is a tribute to the music of miles davis.

the entire outing is a wonderful tribute to miles davis, and music filled with much wonder.

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Limited Edition Japanese pressing of this album comes house in a miniature LP sleeve. 2006.

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Japanese Limited Edition Issue of the Dsd Mastered Album Classic in a Deluxe, Miniaturized LP Sleeve Replica of the Original Vinyl Album Artwork.

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A tribute to Miles and more
Classic Miles sounds. A must for any true jazz collection.

Endless Miles: A Tribute to Miles Davis
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ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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One of the best ever.......2003-02-01

This is one CD you will never get tired of. It's hot from start to finish, perfectly laid out and recorded with just an amazing amount of talent and timing all around. From the beginning it builds slowly from track to track until a fantastic 11 minute free-ride on "No Blues" that sounds like it was recorded live as well. Amazing mix of strings, trumpet, piano and drums. You can not go wrong with this CD.

A tribute to Miles and more.......2000-07-01

Miles would cast his approval on this burning collection of masterpieces. The band burns, and the solos are happening in every sense. These tunes are set up, for vehicles of destruction! All the musicians are in sync and connected, musically and soulfully. The only tune that lacked that lock, was Tutu. Foley and band lose the groove at moments. But if your a Miles fan, or dig these masterpieces go get this Cd!

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Classic Miles sounds. A must for any true jazz collection........1999-05-27

Great sounds. Miles influences clear in pitch, timing, rythmn section, etc. Solos are free flowing, yet tight. Classic Miles sounds. A must for any true jazz collection- novice or aficionado.

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A Tribute to Miles
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Manufacturer: Who's Who in Jazz
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Release Date: 2000-04-04

Tracks:

Bolivia
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Freddie Hubbard recorded live at the Jazz Jamboree in Warsaw Poland. This recording features Hubbard on trumpet, Ronnie Mathews on piano, Jeff Chambers on bass, Ralph Penland on drums, and Donald Braden on tenor saxophone. It was recorded in October 1991. The over packed house rose to their feet for the virtuoso trumpeter as he belted out "Bolivia." Hubbard has demonstrated his ingenious melodies and brilliant technique all over the world, always performing with other great jazz artists. He has also tried many varieties of music, such as fund, disco, and all-electric rock, but has always pleased his audience most with his lyrical ballads and swinging bop.

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