Kind Of Blue

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Russell, George (1953). Lydian Chromatic Concept of Tonal Organization. New York: Russ-Hix Music Pub.

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History was on the side of Kind of Blue; it was born in 1959, at the peak of the golden age of high-fidelity, featuring innovations in studio equipment (magnetic tape, high-quality condenser microphones), matched by advancements in home audio reproduction (long-player records — LPs; high-end turntables, and other stereo components). Kind of Blue also benefited from Miles' being signed to the leading major record company of the day — Columbia Records, a part of the CBS media conglomerate. Columbia had the means and wisdom to invest in cutting edge recording technology, and their own professional recording studio. MOFI, just did a double 45 rpm version of this LP. Do we really need another version of Kind of Blue ? Blank records and antiskate are probably the last thing I wanna get in a discussion about with you when there are so many fun and agreeable topics! I already have more than a few pressings of Kind of Blue, accumulated since I bought my first copy 57 years ago, so I'm just not sure I need another. The real question is: has the music changed? I hope the answer is "no." It's music that's still interesting, important, and historic. And no matter which version I listen to it's the music that draws me in. Of course, it's great to hear a pressing that's sonically wonderful; it certainly enhances the experience. But I'm leaning to pass on this release and find LPs that feature music and performances that I don't know quite as well--or at all. Analogue Productions – UHQR 0004-45, Columbia – UHQR 0004-45, Columbia – CS 8163, Sony Music Commercial Music Group – 19075978631Greatest Albums of All Time Rolling Stone's definitive list of the 500 greatest albums of all time". Rolling Stone. 2012 . Retrieved September 23, 2019. The sound quality of this release is beyond any other copy ever released, and I can’t add anything else that hasn’t already been said by the previous reviewers. I wanted the pressing to be perfection like the first two UHQR’s, but unfortunately perfection isn’t always attainable, hence the four stars. I can’t wait to see what the next UHQR title will be, but count me in.

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This disc is amazing, even on my modest system. I've mostly listened to Kind of Blue on CD for many years. Playing this LP was like listening to it for the first time. It continues to be one of the most listened-to and studied recordings of all time, a required primer for many young musicians, and one of the most transcendent pieces of music ever recorded. I finally got the MFSL 2x45 after holding out for a later press due to reports of some early ones being off centre.

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Cwik, Greg (September 25, 2015). "Understanding Miles Davis, in 9 Parts". Vulture . Retrieved June 15, 2020. a b Cook, Richard; Morton, Brian (2008). The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings (9thed.). Penguin. p.343. ISBN 978-0-141-03401-0.

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Thanks for digging into it! My dad's system from the very early 60s had a REK-O-KUT/ESL for serious listening and a Garard changer for parties. Maybe an RC80? This recording is superb! Sounds like it was recently recorded rather than 60 years ago. Simple an A++++++. There are some other albums I can think of for the UHQR treatment. "Dark Side of the Moon" "Close to the Edge" "Eat a Peach" for starters. You really do feel like you're in the recording studio with the band; the realism of the room is that stark. I've heard the UHQR called the "apex release," and can confirm this to be true. It is, simply put, a stunning record." — Eric Pye, ecoustics.com. Read Pye's entire review here. Kind of Blue is based entirely on modality, diverging from Davis's earlier hard bop style of jazz with its complex chord progression and improvisation. [6] The entire album was a series of modal sketches, with each performer given a set of scales that encompassed the parameters of their improvisation and style. [22] This recording style contrasted with the typical preparation of providing musicians with the complete score or, for improvisational jazz, providing the musicians with a chord progression or series of harmonies. [3] Davis played trumpet sublime with his ensemble sextet featuring pianist Bill Evans, drummer Jimmy Cobb, bassist Paul Chambers, and saxophonists John Coltrane and Julian “Cannonball” Adderley with Wyton Kelly playing piano on “Freddy the Freeloader.”My answer is : hardly ever ! Why ? There is a lot of money to be earned on "better then ever "versions of it ! French album certifications – Miles Davis – Kind of Blue" (in French). Syndicat National de l'Édition Phonographique . Retrieved January 5, 2014. Fisher, Tyler (June 30, 2006). "Miles Davis – Kind of Blue". Sputnikmusic . Retrieved September 10, 2023. The music is dynamic and the vinyl is cut loudly. Each instrument was easily identifiable, as were their exact locations.

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So, top notch release, pressing and presentation. I’m sure many listeners have reached out in a similar fashion. Typically, I never reach out to anyone unless it’s to complain. But the UHQR is an exception to that rule. BRILLIANT. Palmer, Robert (1997). "Liner Notes to 1997 Reissue". Kind of Blue (CD). New York, NY: Sony Music Entertainment Inc. / Columbia Records. a b "Kind of Blue". Acclaimed Music. Archived from the original on April 21, 2017 . Retrieved September 19, 2015. a b "American album certifications – Miles Davis – Kind of Blue". Recording Industry Association of America. No chords ... gives you a lot more freedom and space to hear things. When you go this way, you can go on forever. You don't have to worry about changes and you can do more with the [melody] line. It becomes a challenge to see how melodically innovative you can be. When you're based on chords, you know at the end of 32 bars that the chords have run out and there's nothing to do but repeat what you've just done—with variations. I think a movement in jazz is beginning away from the conventional string of chords ... there will be fewer chords but infinite possibilities as to what to do with them. [3]

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The sound of Coltrane’s sax, during Flamenco Sketches, on the new UHQR is absolutely the best sound in our universe.