miles davis - milestones

Milestones marks a pivotal moment in Miles Davis’ evolution, bridging the gap between hard bop and modal jazz. Released in 1958, the album features an all-star lineup including Cannonball Adderley and John Coltrane, and introduces Davis’ early exploration of modal composition—a style he would fully realize on Kind of Blue.

The title track is a brisk, modal burner, while “Sid’s Ahead” and “Billy Boy” highlight the group’s improvisational chemistry. From lyrical ballads to swinging uptempo cuts, Milestones is both technically brilliant and