Miles Davis was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer, known for his influential role in the history of jazz and 20th-century music.
Davis was a pioneer of several major jazz styles, including bebop, cool jazz, and jazz fusion, showcasing his versatility as an artist.
He received his first trumpet at the age of nine, which ignited his passion for music and set the stage for his illustrious career.
Biography
Early Life
Miles Dewey Davis III was born on May 26, 1926, in Alton, Illinois, to an affluent African-American family. His mother, Cleota Mae Henry, was a music teacher and violinist, while his father, Miles Dewey Davis Jr., was a dentist. The family moved to East St. Louis, Illinois, in 1927, where Davis developed an early love for music, particularly blues and gospel. He received his first trumpet at age nine, which set him on a path to becoming one of the most influential figures in jazz.
Career
Davis's career took off in the 1940s when he moved to New York City to study at the Juilliard School of Music. However, he quickly dropped out to pursue a full-time career in music, joining the bebop scene and collaborating with legends like Charlie Parker. Over nearly five decades, Davis was at the forefront of numerous jazz movements, including cool jazz, hard bop, and jazz fusion. His albums, such as "Kind of Blue" and "Bitches Brew," are considered masterpieces that pushed the boundaries of jazz and influenced countless musicians across genres.
Personal Life
Davis's personal life was tumultuous, marked by relationships that often mirrored his complex personality. He married Frances Taylor in 1959, but their relationship was marred by his struggles with temper and substance abuse. After their divorce, he married Betty Mabry in 1968, who introduced him to rock and funk influences. Despite his personal challenges, Davis's artistic vision remained sharp, and he continued to evolve his sound throughout his life, famously stating that he had no desire to revisit his earlier works, believing they belonged to a different era.
Legacy
Miles Davis passed away on September 28, 1991, leaving behind a legacy that reshaped jazz and influenced a wide array of musical genres. He received numerous accolades, including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, solidifying his status as a cultural icon. His innovative spirit and willingness to embrace change continue to inspire musicians today.
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Discography
Quiet Nights1963
- 1.Song No. 21:41
- 2.Once Upon a Summertime3:28
- 3.Aos pés da cruz4:19
- 4.Song No. 14:37
- 5.Wait Till You See Her4:06
- 6.Corcovado2:45
- 7.Summer Night6:04
Seven Steps to Heaven1963
- 1.Basin Street Blues10:33
- 2.Seven Steps to Heaven6:26
- 3.I Fall in Love Too Easily6:49
- 4.So Near, So Far7:02
- 5.Baby Won't You Please Come Home8:30
- 6.Joshua7:01
Sketches of Spain1960
- 1.Concierto de Aranjuez
- 2.Will O’ the Wisp
- 3.The Pan Piper
- 4.Saeta
- 5.Solea
Miles Davis and the Modern Jazz Giants1959
- 1.The Man I Love (take 2)8:00
- 2.Swing Spring10:47
- 3.'Round Midnight5:26
- 4.Bemsha Swing9:33
- 5.The Man I Love (take 1)8:30
Kind of Blue1959
- 1.So What9:05
- 2.Freddie Freeloader9:36
- 3.Blue in Green5:29
- 4.All Blues11:34
- 5.Flamenco Sketches9:25
Porgy and Bess1958
- 1.The Buzzard Song4:07
- 2.Bess, You Is My Woman Now5:12
- 3.Gone3:39
- 4.Gone, Gone, Gone2:03
- 5.Summertime3:19
- 6.Bess, Oh Where’s My Bess4:28
- 7.Prayer (Oh Doctor Jesus)4:40
- 8.Fisherman, Strawberry and Devil Crab4:07
- 9.My Man’s Gone Now6:13
- 10.It Ain't Necessarily So4:23
- 11.Here Come de Honey Man1:12
- 12.I Loves You, Porgy4:07
- 13.There’s a Boat That’s Leaving Soon for New York3:24
Milestones1958
- 1.Dr. Jackle5:50
- 2.Sid's Ahead13:07
- 3.Two Bass Hit5:15
- 4.Milestones5:44
- 5.Billy Boy7:15
- 6.Straight, No Chaser10:42
Miles Ahead1957
- 1.Springsville3:27
- 2.The Maids of Cadiz3:53
- 3.The Duke3:35
- 4.My Ship4:28
- 5.Miles Ahead3:29
- 6.Blues for Pablo5:18
- 7.New Rhumba4:37
- 8.The Meaning of the Blues2:48
- 9.Lament2:14
- 10.I Don't Wanna Be Kissed (by Anyone but You)3:05
Bags’ Groove1957
- 1.Bags’ Groove (take 1)11:10
- 2.Bags’ Groove (take 2)9:19
- 3.Airegin4:59
- 4.Oleo5:12
- 5.But Not for Me (take 2)4:37
- 6.Doxy4:53
- 7.But Not for Me (take 1)5:40
’Round About Midnight1957
- 1.’Round Midnight5:56
- 2.Ah‐Leu‐Cha5:53
- 3.All of You7:03
- 4.Bye Bye Blackbird7:57
- 5.Tadd’s Delight4:30
- 6.Dear Old Stockholm7:51
Collectors’ Items1956
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Blue Haze1956
- 1.I’ll Remember April7:53
- 2.Four4:02
- 3.Old Devil Moon3:13
- 4.Smooch3:06
- 5.Blue Haze6:10
- 6.When Lights Are Low3:27
- 7.Tune Up3:54
- 8.Miles Ahead4:26
Dig1956
- 1.Dig7:33
- 2.It’s Only a Paper Moon5:23
- 3.Denial5:38
- 4.Bluing9:55
- 5.Out of the Blue6:14
Blue Moods1955
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Miles Davis and Milt Jackson Quintet / Sextet1955
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Miles Davis With Sonny Rollins1954
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Vol. 31954
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Blue Period1953
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Miles Davis, Vol. 21953
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The Compositions of Al Cohn1953
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Young Man With a Horn1952
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The New Sounds1951
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Modern Jazz Trumpets1951
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The New Sounds1951
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Don't Blame Me1993
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- Record label
- Philips Records
- Record label
- Prestige
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- ACT Music
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- Capitol Records
- Record label
- Columbia Records
- Record label
- Fontana Records
Achievements
- Award
- Léonie Sonning Music Prize
- Award
- honorary doctorate of Paris Nanterre University
- Award
- Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- American Book Awards
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Award
- Paul Acket Award
- Award
- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
- Award
- MOJO Awards
- Award
- NEA Jazz Masters
Groups
- Charlie Parker Quintetoriginalcurrent
- Miles Davis All Starseponymouscurrent
- Miles Davis Groupeponymouscurrent
- Miles Davis Quarteteponymous, originalcurrent
- Miles Davis Quinteteponymous, originalcurrent
- Miles Davis Septeteponymous, originalcurrent
- Miles Davis Sexteteponymous, originalcurrent
- Miles Davis and His Bandeponymouscurrent
- Miles Davis and His Orchestraeponymouscurrent
- The Miles Davis Noneteponymous, original, trumpetcurrent
- Charlie Parker Septet
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Also known as: Davis, Miles Davies, Miles Dewey Davis III, Miles Favis, Майлз Дейвис
American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer (1926–1991)
Miles Dewey Davis III was an American trumpeter, bandleader and composer. He is among the most influential and acclaimed figures in the history of jazz and 20th-century music. In a career spanning nearly five decades, Davis was at the forefront of several major stylistic developments in jazz, including bebop, cool jazz, hard bop, third stream, modal jazz, avant-garde jazz, and jazz fusion. His legacy extends into rock, funk, classical, and hip-hop.
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