The Enduring Appeal of “Bitches Brew”
Complex and confounding, Miles Davis’ “Bitches Brew” keeps revealing more as the years go by, influencing some groundbreaking rock albums in the process.
Fall Reading: 10 Snappy Jazz Memoirs
In the mood to curl up with a book? These great jazz autobiographies showcase everyone from Louis Armstrong to Miles Davis to Lady Day to Brother Ray.
Marcus Miller’s “Laid Black” Sure Is Bursting With Soul
This unbeatable bass player has over four decades of experience (including a star-making stint with Miles Davis) and his current album “Laid Black” illustrates how Marcus Miller is always pushing things to next-level genius.
Miami Vice: The Top 10 Musician Guest Stars
Phil Collins, Willie Nelson, Glenn Frey and Little Richard were among the musicians who made memorable guest-star appearances. Oh yes, this hit ’80s TV show made waves as much for its sound as for its “look.”
