Miles Davis Newbe Question


I recently purchased a CD by Miles Davis titled "Love Songs".
This is the first Miles Davis music I have purchased. What would be some recommendations as to some of his best material. Thanks very much for any feedback!
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Showing 1 response by sbank

When exploring the vast Miles Davis collection, you should check out a couple of releases by his two different quintets. Kind of Blue and the one word titles(e.g. Steamin', Relaxin') are with the late 50's quintet including John Coltrane (ts), Julian "Cannonball" Adderley (as), Bill Evans (p), Paul Chambers (b), Jimmy Cobb (d). The 60's quintet featuring Herbie Hancock (p), Wayne Shorter(ts), Tony Williams (d)and Ron Carter (b) was also incredible, but headed in a new direction.

For Coltrane ballads, "The Gentle Side of John Coltrane" and "Coltrane & Johnny Hartman" are both top shelf. Cheers,
Spencer