The Hot Box #154 – Miles Davis 100
Notes de l’épisode
Join Donald Helme on this edition of The Hot Box as he celebrates the life and music of one of jazz’s most influential figures, Miles Davis, marking what would have been the legendary trumpeter’s 100th birthday. From his groundbreaking innovations in bebop, cool jazz, modal jazz and jazz fusion, Miles Davis reshaped the course of modern music and continues to inspire generations of musicians and listeners alike.
Donald reflects on the enduring legacy of Davis and introduces a carefully curated selection of recordings spanning his extraordinary career, offering both long-time fans and newcomers an opportunity to rediscover the music of one of jazz’s true visionaries.
The programme also opens with a look at an outstanding new release from the Jed Levy / Phil Robson Quartet, *The Unpredictability of the Sea*, released by Livia Records, before embarking on a musical journey through the remarkable catalogue of Miles Davis.
Track list for The Hot Box #154 – Miles Davis 100
- 3 Chord Trick – Phil Robson / Jed levy Quartet
- Jeru – Gerry Mulligan
- Footprints – Wayne Shorter
- So What – Miles Davis
- Straight, No Chaser – Thelonious Monk
- Summertime – George Gershwin
- My Ship – Gil Evans & Miles Davis
- Boplicity – Gil Evans & Miles Davis
- Springsville – Miles Davis
- Canute – Phil Robson / Jed levy Quartet
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