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Brown Turban

Revolutionary jazz trumpeter & composer Miles Davis (1926-1991) pioneered cool jazz, hard bop & fusion. Explore his iconic albums like 'Kind of Blue' and enduring legacy.

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Hygiene considerations initiated by World War II prompted women across Europe to protect their hairstyles with headscarves decoratively into turbans. This was taken up here by Paris milliner Davis and fashioned into a durable model of brown felt. Berlin fashion designer Gerd Hartung reported that it was common, particularly among fashionable women, to tie an empty tin can beneath as additional support for taller decorative turbans. (Interview with the author, 2002)

Artist Biography

Early Life and Musical Beginnings

  • Born: Alton, United States of America (1926)
  • Died: 1991
  • Miles Dewey Davis III was born into an upper-middle-class family in Alton, Illinois, and raised in East St. Louis.
  • He began playing the trumpet in his early teens, influenced by local musicians and recordings of Duke Ellington and Art Tatum.
  • Davis briefly attended Juilliard in New York City before pursuing a professional music career.

Rise to Prominence: Bebop and Cool Jazz

  • From 1944 to 1948, Davis was a member of saxophonist Charlie Parker's bebop quintet, gaining invaluable experience in the burgeoning jazz scene.
  • He pioneered cool jazz with the seminal "Birth of the Cool" sessions for Capitol Records, marking a shift towards more relaxed tempos and melodic improvisation.
  • Early 1950s saw Davis experimenting with hard bop while recording for Prestige Records, though his career was impacted by struggles with heroin addiction.

The Columbia Years: Innovation and Collaboration

  • A widely acclaimed comeback performance at the Newport Jazz Festival led to a long-term contract with Columbia Records in 1955.
  • "Round About Midnight" (1955) showcased his collaboration with saxophonist John Coltrane and bassist Paul Chambers, forming a key part of his early 1960s sextet.
  • Davis alternated between orchestral jazz collaborations with arranger Gil Evans, such as the Spanish music-influenced "Sketches of Spain" (1960), and band recordings like "Milestones" (1958) and "Kind of Blue" (1959).
  • “Kind of Blue” remains one of the most popular jazz albums of all time, a landmark achievement in modal jazz.

Electric Period and Genre-Bending Experimentation

  • The 1960s saw Davis incorporating more abstract elements into his music, introducing bassist Ron Carter, pianist Herbie Hancock, and drummer Tony Williams.
  • Albums like "E.S.P." (1965) and "Miles Smiles" (1967) helped pioneer the post-bop genre.
  • During the 1970s, Davis boldly experimented with rock, funk, African rhythms, emerging electronic music technology, and a constantly evolving lineup of musicians including Joe Zawinul, Al Foster, Michael Henderson, and John McLaughlin.

Legacy and Impact

  • Davis's legacy is undeniable; his innovative approach to jazz and willingness to experiment have made him a legendary figure.
  • He influenced countless musicians across genres and continues to be celebrated for his groundbreaking contributions to 20th-century music.
  • As Miles Dewey Davis III, he will always be remembered as one of the most influential and acclaimed figures in jazz history.
miles dewey davis iii

miles dewey davis iii

1926 - 1991 , United States of America

Quick Facts

  • Artistic Movement Or Style:
    • Cool jazz
    • Hard bop
    • Modal jazz
    • Jazz fusion
  • Artists Who Influenced This Artist:
    • Charlie Parker
    • Louis Armstrong
  • Date Of Birth: May 26, 1926
  • Date Of Death: September 28, 1991
  • Full Name: Miles Dewey Davis III
  • Nationality: American
  • Notable Artworks:
    • Birth of the Cool
    • 'Round About Midnight
    • Sketches of Spain
    • Kind of Blue
    • Someday My Prince Will Come
  • Place Of Birth (City And Country): Alton, United States
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