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Miles Davis: Studio Secrets Revealed
5 Oct
Summary
- New release features outtakes and dialogue from Miles Davis' studio sessions.
- The set focuses on the creation of the seminal 1967 album Miles Smiles.
- It includes material for Nefertiti and Water Babies, plus studio banter.

Columbia Legacy's latest installment in the Miles Davis Bootleg Series, 'Freedom Jazz Dance,' dives deep into the studio sessions of the iconic 'Second Great Quintet.' This three-CD set unearths outtakes, false starts, and candid studio dialogue, offering a unique perspective on the creation of Davis' groundbreaking albums.
The collection prominently features the sessions that produced the 1967 album 'Miles Smiles,' showcasing the meticulous process of constructing each track. The set also includes extensive material intended for 'Nefertiti' and 'Water Babies,' providing a comprehensive look at this highly creative period.
Recorded in the storied 30th Street Studio, the same location where 'Kind of Blue' was made years earlier, the set captures the innovative spirit of Davis and his band. Unlike previous volumes that highlighted live performances, this release emphasizes the studio as a laboratory for artistic exploration, revealing the intricate development of jazz masterpieces.