Product details
- Label Columbia
- Artist Miles Davis
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 1963
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
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Quiet Nights 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:
"Quiet Nights," released in 1963 by the legendary Miles Davis on Columbia Records, stands as a unique gem in the jazz repertoire, seamlessly blending the genre’s improvisational spirit with lush orchestral arrangements. This album captures a different emotional landscape than Davis’s previous hard-bop works, showcasing a softer, more romantic side of his artistry. Featuring the distinctive vocals of Gil Evans, whose lush arrangements breathe life into the album, "Quiet Nights" invites listeners on a velvety journey through dreamy soundscapes and fluid melodies. Tracks like "Summer Night" and "So Near, So Far" exude a serene charm, making it an ideal backdrop for slow evenings, intimate gatherings, or moments of quiet reflection.
What sets "Quiet Nights" apart from other jazz records is its ability to transcend genre boundaries, appealing to both jazz aficionados and new listeners alike. The records' innovative orchestration, combining jazz with elements of bossa nova and orchestral music, creates a distinctive ambiance that
Pressing Details:
This is the 1st release pressed on Columbia 2-eye label and "NONBREAKABLE" beneath the cat#. "360 SOUND STEREO ..." at the bottom in black letters (on the 2nd pressing these letters are white).
No "o" in runouts, meaning this release was not mastered by Customatrix, unlike [r11699502]
(R) Columbia [logo] Marcas Reg.
Printed in U.S.A.
Recorded at: CBS 30th Street Studio, New York City
July 27, 1962 (A3, B2)
August 13, 1962 (A4,B1)
November 6, 1962 (A1, A2)
April 17, 1963 (B3)
Track Listing:
A1. Song #2
A2. Once Upon A Summertime
A3. Aos Pes Da Cruz
A4. Song #1
B1. Wait Till You See Her
B2. Corcovado
B3. Summer Night
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: Columbia
Catalog Number: CS 8906
Release Year: 1963
Country: United States
Media Condition: Very Good (VG) (rare not feel-able scuffs)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)
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