Album Info
| Artist: | Miles Davis Sextet |
| Album: | Someday My Prince Will Come |
| Released: | Europe, 25 Jun 2012 |
Tracklist:
| A1 | Someday My Prince Will Come | 9:06 |
| Written-By - F. E. Churchill, L. Morey | ||
| A2 | Old Folks | 5:16 |
| Written-By - D. L. Hill, W. Robison | ||
| A3 | Pfrancing | 8:32 |
| Written-By - M. Davis | ||
| B1 | Drad-Dog | 4:30 |
| Written-By - M. Davis | ||
| B2 | Teo | 9:35 |
| Written-By - M. Davis | ||
| B3 | I Thought About You | 4:30 |
| Written-By - J. Van Heusen, J. Mercer |
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Description
"Miles Davis Sextet's "Someday My Prince Will Come," released in 1961, is a pivotal album in the legendary jazz trumpeter's discography, marking a period of transition and experimentation. Following the monumental success of "Kind of Blue," this album continues to explore modal jazz while also delving into more traditional jazz forms. It features a lineup of extraordinary talent, including John Coltrane on tenor saxophone, Hank Mobley on tenor saxophone, Wynton Kelly on piano, Paul Chambers on bass, and Jimmy Cobb on drums, with Philly Joe Jones playing drums on one track.
The title track, "Someday My Prince Will Come," is a charming and melodious rendition of the song from Disney's "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs." Davis's interpretation transforms the tune into a jazz standard, showcasing his lyrical playing and innovative approach to material from outside the traditional jazz repertoire. The interplay between Davis's trumpet and the saxophones of Mobley and Coltrane adds depth and complexity to the arrangement.
"Teo," dedicated to Teo Macero, the album's producer, is a standout track that exemplifies the sextet's ability to navigate complex compositions with ease. The piece features inventive solos and a rhythmic fluidity that highlights the ensemble's cohesion and the individual talents of its members.
"Old Folks" is a reflective and tender ballad that allows Davis to showcase his expressive range and sensitivity as a balladeer. The track's understated arrangement and the band's sympathetic accompaniment create a poignant atmosphere that underscores Davis's emotional depth as a musician.
"Drad-Dog," named after a contraction of the nicknames "Drad" and "Dog" for Davis's manager Harold Lovett, is another album highlight, featuring dynamic interplay and spirited solos that demonstrate the sextet's versatility and mastery of the hard bop style.
The album's production, capturing the nuances of the sextet's performance, is characterized by its warmth and clarity. The recording balances the spontaneity of a live session with the precision of studio work, allowing each musician's contributions to shine through.
In conclusion, "Someday My Prince Will Come" is an essential album in Miles Davis's oeuvre, showcasing the evolution of his sound and his continued relevance as a leading figure in jazz. The album's blend of modal jazz, hard bop, and ballads, combined with the stellar lineup of musicians, makes it a classic that has influenced generations of jazz artists. Its enduring appeal lies in its ability to bridge the past and future of jazz, cementing Davis's legacy as an innovator and a master of the genre.
