Miles Davis Complete Jack Johnson Sessions CD

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 Great New Miles Set
Completly, 100% essential. A "must have".
Submitted by a reviewer (Edinboro PA) 
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 DAVIS
YOu dont have it? Sace up and if youre a Miles fan, get it. Trust me.
Submitted by johnnycaudy (Iowa City USA)
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 "That's some raunch sh-t, John!"
It's clear from this set that Miles was experimenting with a new theory of recording an album. Instead of actual songs there are multiple long jams, mostly featuring Miles or guitarist John McLaughlin. These were then picked apart and woven back together to form the tapestry-like album 'A Tribute to Jack Johnson.' The tracks on these discs then are the unwoven threads. The reason I bought the box set, and the reason I love the original, is John McLaughlin. He's mesmerizing in this era of his career. The quote in my subject line is taken from Miles himself at the end of the one of the tracks on disc 2, and it's highly accurate. The interplay between Miles and John is the key to the Jack Johnson sessions, which is made crystal clear in this set. You can hear Miles echoing John and John echoing Miles. This isn't a finished product, don't buy it if that's what you're expecting. Maybe "the Dark Prince" would even be pissed to have it released. Actually, given the fact that we're talking about Miles Davis, that's a pretty fair bet. But neither are these rough cuts, they sound great. Basically if you're a true fan of fusion era Miles, then this is like manna from Heaven.
Submitted by Greg (Indianapolis, IN)
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 Sony did it again!
In the tradition of all the great Miles box sets, this was extremely late, but definitely worth it. The packaging and fidelty are simply incredible. In fact, it's hard to believe the original recordings were recorded in 1969 from how they sound. The box is a tad long and repetitive at places with alternate takes, but there really isn't a bad track in the box. I suggest skipping around the tracks and CDs for the most enjoyable listening experience.
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 This is 1970's Miles at its best
Someone sent me a promo copy months ago, I enjoy listening to the alternate takes of Duran, Honky Tonk, Ali (new discovery), and Johnny Bratton (another new discovery). Listen to the Mask parts 1 & 2, wow, is just the word to describe this box set. A must for fusion/jazz/rock fans and beginners (musicians) who can learn a great deal from what only Miles and bandmates could put together.
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