01. "Springsville" 02. "The Maids Of Cadiz" 03. "The Duke" 04. "My Ship" 05. "Miles Ahead" 06. "Blues For Pablo" 07. "New Rhumba" 08. "The Meaning of the Blues" 09. "Lament" 10. "I Don't Wanna Be Kissed (By Anyone But You)"
Extra-Infos:
Orchestra Under The Direction Of Gil Evans / 180gr.
Description:
Miles Ahead by Miles Davis, released 10 March 2017, includes the following tracks: "The Duke", "Miles Ahead", "New Rhumba", "Lament" and more.
This version of Miles Ahead comes as a 1xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. - ORCHESTRA UNDER THE DIRECTION OF GIL EVANS / 180GR.
Includes mp3 album download,
Miles Ahead (Ltd. Edt 180g Vin) on LP presents one of Miles Davis' most adventurous and forward-looking recordings in a premium, audiophile form. Originally released in 1957, "Miles Ahead" documents Davis' groundbreaking collaboration with arranger and composer Gil Evans, fusing cool jazz subtlety with orchestral sophistication. This limited edition 180g pressing by Waxtime focuses on high-quality sound reproduction, deeper grooves and reduced surface noise, allowing the detailed brass arrangements, rich harmonies and Davis' lyrical flugelhorn tone to unfold with exceptional clarity and warmth. Housed in a classic LP format, this edition is ideal both for serious jazz collectors and for listeners who want to experience this landmark album as a coherent, uninterrupted suite.
The music on "Miles Ahead" is notable for its seamless flow: the tracks are carefully sequenced and arranged to create a continuous listening experience, blurring the boundaries between individual pieces. Davis avoids virtuosic showmanship in favor of melodic economy and emotional nuance, while Evans' arrangements provide a spacious, almost cinematic backdrop with intricate voicings for brass and woodwinds. The result is a refined, modern orchestral jazz sound that was highly innovative at the time and still feels timeless today. This LP reissue aims to preserve that immersive character, presenting the album as it was meant to be heard--on a full-size vinyl canvas with room for the music to breathe.
Miles Davis is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of jazz, known for repeatedly redefining the genre over several decades. From his work in the bebop era to cool jazz, modal jazz and electric fusion, he played a central role in albums that changed the course of music, such as "Kind of Blue," "Sketches of Spain," and later "Bitches Brew." "Miles Ahead" marks an important step in his artistic evolution, demonstrating his willingness to experiment with form and orchestration and paving the way for future orchestral collaborations.
Waxtime is a label known for carefully curated reissues of classic jazz and related genres on high-quality vinyl. Their editions typically prioritize good pressing quality, clear sound and respectful presentation of historic recordings, making these titles attractive both to new listeners discovering these albums and to collectors who value a solid, reliable vinyl version in their library. With "Miles Ahead (Ltd. Edt 180g Vin)," Waxtime offers a durable and sonically focused LP edition of a key milestone in Miles Davis' catalogue.
