
A crucial compilation of Miles Davis's 1967-68 outtakes, 'Water Babies' offers a rare glimpse into the pivotal transition from his acoustic Second Great Quintet's post-bop mastery to the nascent sound
November 2, 1976 · DNH Records (2)
'Water Babies' feels like uncovering a lost chapter in jazz history, a collection of studio sessions that hum with the electricity of change. It's a bridge between two worlds: the intricate, cerebral post-bop of Miles Davis's legendary acoustic quintet and the shimmering, electric textures that would define his groundbreaking fusion era. You'll hear the familiar brilliance of Davis's trumpet, Shorter's lyrical saxophone, and Williams's restless drums, but also the exciting emergence of electric piano from Hancock and Corea, hinting at the future. This album isn't just music; it's a sonic blueprint, a testament to an artist constantly evolving. Own it to experience the raw, unpolished genius of a master at a pivotal crossroads, a record that reveals the daring spirit that kept Miles Davis at the forefront of jazz.
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