Product details
- Label CBS/Sony
- Artist Miles Davis
- Format 1LP
- Country Japan
- Released Date 1984
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
- Media Condition Near Mint (NM)
- Sleeve Condition Near Mint (NM)
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Condition: Used
Media Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Sleeve Condition: Near Mint (NM)
Decoy by Miles Davis.
Miles Davis at his creative peak, pushing musicians to explore what they don't know.
Musical Analysis:
Miles Davis leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"Decoy," an electrifying album by the legendary Miles Davis, released in 1984 under CBS/Sony, stands as a testament to the artist's fearless exploration of sound during a pivotal era of jazz fusion. This album diverges sharply from traditional jazz, immersing listeners in a vibrant synthesis of genres, including funk and electronic music. With contributions from innovative musicians like Bill Evans on keyboards and John Scofield on guitar, "Decoy" resonates with an exhilarating energy that reflects the cultural landscape of the 1980s. Its signature track, "Decoy," showcases Davis’s signature muted trumpet, effortlessly weaving through layers of pulsating rhythms and avant-garde arrangements, making it not only a must-have collection for jazz aficionados but also a fresh discovery for contemporary listeners.
What sets "Decoy" apart is its audacious embrace of modernity and technology. Miles Davis masterfully incorporates synthesizers and electric effects, creating an immersive sonic experience that captivates both seasoned fans and newcomers alike. The
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. Decoy
A2. Robot 415
A3. Code M.D.
A4. Freaky Deaky
B1. What It Is
B2. That's Right
B3. That's What Happened
Credits:
Gil Evans - Arranged By (B2)
Miles Davis - Arranged By (A2, A4 to B3)
Robert Irving III - Arranged By (A1 to A3)
Robert Irving III - Co-producer
Vincent Wilburn - Co-producer [Associate Producer]
Tom Swift - Engineer [Assistant], Edited By
Ron Lorman - Engineer [Engineered By], Mixed By [Remixed By]
George Butler - Executive-Producer
Hisamitsu Noguchi - Liner Notes
Bob Ludwig - Mastered By
Gilles Larrain - Photography By [Cover]
Miles Davis - Producer
Guy Charbonneau - Recorded By
Notes:
Comes with Obi strip.
Includes Japanese liner notes.
Recorded at Record Plant Studios, N.Y.C.
Track A4 Recorded at A&R Studios, N.Y.C.
Track B1 Recorded Live at Festival International De Jazz De Montreal
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Miles Davis
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: CBS/Sony
Catalog Number: 28AP 2890
Release Year: 1984
Country: Japan
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