Miles Davis

Miles Davis, born Miles Dewey Davis III in 1926, was an American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. His official website describes him as one of the most innovative, influential, and acclaimed figures in music history.

His music covered and helped shape many jazz styles, including bebop, cool jazz, hard bop, modal jazz, jazz fusion, and electric jazz. Important albums include Birth of the Cool, ’Round About Midnight, Milestones, Kind of Blue, Sketches of Spain, Someday My Prince Will Come, E.S.P., Miles Smiles, In a Silent Way, Bitches Brew, On the Corner, and Tutu. Apple Music lists well-known tracks such as “So What” and “Freddie Freeloader.”

Miles Davis is known for constantly changing the direction of modern jazz. He led several legendary bands, introduced new approaches to improvisation and sound, and influenced generations of jazz, rock, funk, and fusion musicians. His official YouTube channel also describes him as one of the most radically innovative jazz artists of his time.