Reviews (page 8 of 15)
Perfect
Simply one of the greatest albums of all time.
This is a beautiful album. It's a 5. Listen to it three or ten times in a row.
Что тут скажешь, прекрасная музыка.
The more jazz I hear the more I like it! This was a pretty good album and Miles had great collaborations on this album!
One of his better one
Enjoyed this more than Bitches Brew.
Cool
I like to think I don't know shit about jazz and that if you played me this or Colgate Comedy Hour legends like Marcus "The Worm" Hicks or Paul Bufano, I would not be able to tell the difference. But I'd be lying to myself. I am fucking AMAZED that I know all these songs. I've never listened to this album, I don't really listen to jazz willingly except when I feel like I should acculturate myself to something different, but I recognize this stuff. And it's good! It's kinda like listening to good opera, or good classical - it just sticks with you. I don't know what modal jazz is. I don't know what bebop is. I read about these things and it's like reading higher level math. I think a lot of jazz sounds like elevator music (which I would not argue with someone who said this one does, too) and I don't know the finer points. But this is just nice, pleasant music. Easy to put on, easy to listen to, something to make everyone but the most distinguished hater happy.
So What - 5/5 Freddie Freeloader - 4/5 Blue in Green - 5/5 All Blues - 5/5 Flamenco Sketches - 4/5 Average score: 4.6/5 (rounding up) really wish i wasn't one of those people who writes jazz off as background music. i don't mind when it plays, i'm just not as engaged as true fans of the genre that being said, even i can recognize that this is definitely one of the best (if not THEE best) jazz has to offer. and that's gotta be a true statement, since this is probably the most undivided attention i've ever given to a jazz record, period. Davis, Coltrane and Evans on one album? hard to beat that level of artistry
Nice jazz.
In a sense the album that ruined jazz. In a sense the album that made it. Too many jazzers took the wrong lesson from this album. Don’t try and sound like miles. Do what he did and push things. For thirty years everything seemed to have come out of what miles did. Or was wynton Marsalis pre bop traditionalist. Nonetheless there’s a reason people love this. A tremendous ensemble. Great tracks. It’s a 5 star easily.
When Miles Davis died, total worldwide use of the word "m*therf*cker" dropped by 30%. I don't know what I could say to add to everything that has been said about Kind of Blue. It's all true. It's been so played over the years that it is almost wallpaper, but it still sounds fresh and smart and interesting. It's a jazz album even people who don't like jazz can listen to. Eleventy billion stars out of five
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Can't argue with that. 5
literally every song in there we played in middle and high school jazz band-nostalgia also made me feel fancy and chill @ the same time :)
one of the best jazz albums ever, foundational album, must listen
I really dislike jazz horns for the most part, but this is surprisingly pleasant listening.
I appreciate the artistry but not my choice of music.
Nobody does jazz like Miles!
Not a fan of blues but hey it’s something I’d play in the background of a speakeasy in a noir film, and for that I think I don’t mind it.
A seminal album in small ensemble Jazz, with an all star cast of players. This record, while not the first of its kind, was so impactful it basically made big band obsolete overnight. I mean, why invest in such a large number of players when you can just have a quartet or quintet (this album has a maximum of six musicians in one track) and make music of this quality? It certainly was more cost effective, especially in a live setting. That is not to bash big band jazz, I love that stuff too, but I understand why the shift had to happen. Another shift happened with this change in approach. With a smaller ensemble, the focus was now on the instrumentalists rather than on the songs, which are usually stretched out to allow room for technical showmanship. And there's plenty of that here. Key tracks: So What Freddie Freeloader Flamenco Sketches
I’d definitely like to spend more time with this album and with Miles in general.
3,25
Kinda hard to separate the songs but no doubt it was a vibe, I guess.
Not a jazz fan and first time listening to this album, I appreciated the listen. Each song has its mood and my favorite is "All blues". Listened the album twice: first time peacefully and second time at work. Each time seemed like time has passed swiftly.
Don’t listen to much jazz. Fun at times but sounded the same mostly. Glad I listened to it.
Impeccable. I've listened many times before and did again. It's so perfectly smooth - I think it's impossible to be stressed while this is playing. My dad used it as "the album to introduce you to jazz", and I can't think of a better example.
After listening to this album, I can confidently say: I still don’t like jazz.
One of the best jazz albums of all time.
du miel
Once per year listen, share with anyone who hasn’t heard it. Just when I think they are going abstract the group pulls it back together.
The best to ever do it. Made Jazz that was accessible to the masses
Fucking money! Loved it!
Cooooler than the other side of the pillow. ‘All Blues’ was 🔥🔥
I really enjoy exploring jazz and learning about the history of it and all the key players but it’s just not a style of music that I find myself putting on and really enjoying. An album like Kind of Blue is one that I could have on in the background while I’m working in the garage, but it’s not something I’d put on for a road trip. It’s not something I’d go see live, I don’t know it just escapes me. I recognize the talent, maybe I just need to get going down the jazz rabbit.
Gorgeous all around
Beautiful.
Excellent!
Perfect
Do you like Jazz? Well this is the album for you!
Love this album. Classic top jazz album with some of the best to ever do it together.
Miles Davis + John Coltrane = Timeless American art. Plain and Simple. They own a color.
It’s a classic album, likely in most people’s vinyl collection and a great introduction to several legends - Bill Evan’s and John Coltrane likely the most well known after Miles. Can’t fault it. Flamenco Sketches is my personal favorite.
Excellent background music.
Absolute classic, but a bit complex for me.
Good
Hip jazz, ya dig? It’s not discordant and hyper-modern, but it’s not your grandad’s jazz. This cat really liked it
Tell me a better album to listen to on a stormy evening while you’re reading the paper and smoking a pipe at the local diner, wearing a fedora and a trenchcoat, waiting for the weather to clear so you can get home to your wife and 6 kids in 1958. I’ll wait.
Bellissimo super ambient la tromba spacca
I'm listening on YouTube so I will have to pay close attention to where the song breaks are So What- love how Davis takes the lead, but almost immediately gives the saxophonist equal time Freddie Freeloader Blue in Green All Blues Flamenco Sketches On Green Dolphin Street Fran-Dance Stella by Starlight Love for Sale
#101 - Total classic
super Musik, aber nicht so ganz meins
fucking amazing no matter how many times I listen. Imagine these guys in the studio doing thing these tunes. Incredible.
Good background music
vvery beautiful and easy on the ears was nice to close my eyes and listen to it
Really impressed by the saxophonists (John Coltrane and Canonball Adderley). Can see clearly how this influenced a lot of modern jazz, especially within the improvisation genre. It was a short album but really packed a punch. Will likely return to this when I’m looking for something instrumental.
9,4
I mean...
Not my jam but can appreciate it for what it is
4.5/10 Doesn't evoke any emotion whatsoever.
Background jazz strikes again
Awesome album!
This is a super influential album that I've never given a go. "So What," is a song I've heard covered by big artists like Jerry Garcia. Was cool to hear the original. Overall it was fairly enjoyable.
Man, I always want to love this album and I do - when the horn is blasting my ears into oblivion. If he switched up the annoying horn for the keys or something softer it would be so good. I feel like it is a joke that everyone else is in on but me.
absolutely epic, can’t go wrong with jazz really!! apart from the length of the songs, having 5 songs in an album is very kind and considerate!! if it was any longer i would’ve probably crashed out, but love miles davis what a legend
This was so calming to revise to it really locked me in . Favourite part was all the sax riffs and stuff. Obvs wouldn’t just listen to it as a pass time but good for when I need to concentrate . Will keep it in mind . It was fun but like it’s not the type of music to go on a playlist
it was alright!!! only really enjoyed the first two songs. was nice to listen in the background but wouldnt choose to listen again
I like jazz
The quintessential modal jazz album. I don't think that there is a wasted moment on this album. Liked Songs Added: So What Freddie Freeloader Blue In Green All Blues
Pinnacle of jazz
The album felt short. I'm used to prog rock/metal and I can see how much Miles Davis has inspired to many musicians. And yet I felt this album too short. I wish it was longer
Same as previous Miles Davis album. Very pleasant. I will always enjoy miles davis. the entire album was pleasing to listen to and calming.
As someone who admittedly knows next to nothing about jazz, it’s difficult to understand the hype behind this one. Nor do I particularly enjoy the genre, but this is difficult to fault once those personal preferences are cast aside. It’s a very delicate, intricate record. I’ve no doubt that repeat spins reward the listener with new, or rather unnoticed, flourishes from previous visits. Listened to: walking through BBG. Favorite track: Blue in Green
Instant five star
severely old vibes still cool but jazzy and long and irritating - worse than others, not as bad as 2, acc idk might be worse, 1/2 stars icl, appreciate the repetition with a little change tho... sorry miles davis
I have definitely heard pieces of this album in many places and I think it's really easy to listen to an exceeds my fairly low expectations. Recorded jazz is not my favorite, but this one held me for the most part. Would probably go 3.5 personally, but bumping for importance--an importance you can actually feel throughout the work.
Fantastic
Eh
Who wouldn't know this record? One of a kind, though not a personal favorite.
Cool effortless jazz, its the kinda Jazz I think I could get into, but also I feel its so inoffensive it could be played in a smoking room, or elevator or on hold to virgin media....
I enjoyed having on in the background, it was likeable. I wouldn't actively seek out though.
Really enjoyed this, I would definitely give it another listen but this time in a coffee shop with a good book!
Pleasant and moseying. Clear talent all round and a real art and skill, but not grabbed in the same way as some music or wowed. Just a kind of ‘yeh, this is really nice and accomplished.’ Quite liked having 5 longer tracks to make up an album. Helpful to read the history too, to understand its place in time and relevance. I like the constant reemergence of the two notes “high-lowwww” in each song. Blue in Green moved me the most. (3.5)
Jazz fan listens to jazz for the first time. I like jazz a lot, but am really not familiar with the genre, just don't really know anyone into it. This album blew me away though, sometimes you only need 5 songs if they're all good and well layered.
kind of blew. just kidding. it’s good, sure, but i’ve figured out by this point that even great jazz doesn’t move the needle much for me.
What's not to like about Miles Davis? Super talented musician. Get background music for coding I found out today. For things that I listen to on a regular basis, I prefer vocals, but this was a nice chill album. Makes me want to drink whiskey in front of fire talking about books.
Jazz. Very evocative. Good background music.
Great jazz album but I always will prefer neo jazz. Definitely still enjoyed it, but won't be returning.
Very chill, great for a wine bar or low key entertaining
Jazzzzz
Simply one of the best albums ever made.
One of the best!
Time for some reflection. Going through this project (this is my 536th album) has opened my mind a bit.. I was previously someone who hated jazz. Now I tolerate some of it I think going through the list has taught me there are many ways to appreciate music. Not every album has to have catchy singalongs, or make you want to dance, or headbang along. I have previously rated albums poorly if I consider them better as background music, but I suppose that's missing the point of what makes something like this good Anyway navel-gazing aside, this is incredibly pleasant and atmospheric. As I write I'm on Blue In Green, a track with such a mournful and sombre tone, it makes you realise how much emotion can be conveyed without words. I'm not musically literate enough to comment on the modal jazz innovation or improvisation of it, but I like it
I've played this album hundreds of times. Favorite track: Blue in Green or Flamenco Sketches. Favorite Miles solo: So What. Favorite Coltrane solo: Freddie Freeloader. Favorite Cannonball solo: Freddie Freeloader. Favorite Evans solo: Blue in Green.
Fantastic album
s bestverkaufte jazz album eeever. wiso? isch ebe guet. so what isch so geil wies d melodie zwüsched bass und blöser ufteilt. wird glaub schwierig zum öpis über das album schriibe es isch afoch uuuhuere es guets fertigs kunstwerk. ha s solo vom bill evans bi freddie freeloader nüm im chopf gha isch jo huuuere geil. wie de coltrane afangt au soo no im chopf gha huere geil. de bill evans spielt sooo schöön bi blue in green. ah bi freddie freeloader ischs de wynton kelly. unhassvars album all blues isch au so intense aber chillig irgendwie. die guys hend würkli gecookt. flamenco sketches isch heeert geil.
UUUUUHHHH isch das SMOOOTH han gad seehr vill spass jo han gad wenig dezue z sege aber ich hans megaa gnosse das isch sicher öppis vom beste vo jazz wo ich ghört han sehr guets 4i oder 5?
I'm one of those people that claims to like jazz, but when you ask what kind of jazz I like, I just mention this album and strain hard to think of anything else. In that sense, this album is perfect for me and a clear 5-star accomplishment.
Very nice
Three Davis albums so far, and all have been wildly different. Kind of Blue is so tempered and mellow compared to Birth of Cools rapid bebop and it's obviously different from Bitches Brew. So What is such a compelling opening track of easy listening cool jazz. All of the members stand out here, with my favorites being Davis and Coltrane. This is easy to listen to in the background while working and easy to appreciate when paying attention. Great music.
Chill, good for rainy day lounging, study music, background music
Não sou muito Jazz, mas entretanto me surpreendi com que ouvi.
I've gotten a lot of instrumental albums since starting this. I feel like im not qualified to judge this album because of my recent lack of musical activity. I like the sound, and for a moment I almost wrote "doesnt sound like anything new" but then recognized that 66 years ago this likely was something groundbreaking.
Miles is so smooth; add in John Coltrane, and it is pure magic. The nine tracks flow together in perfect harmony. The only downside is that sometimes the trumpet can be so piercing that it takes me out of the beautiful flow of the music. I have listened to this album many times before and will listen to it many times again. 9.2/10 #30/1001
Already listened ❤️ Very nice jazz album
Chilled me fr
2-3 jaxz
Always transports me to a particular state of mind. I can feel its age, or at least its place in time, but it’s also still feels fresh seventy years on. Great to have a coffee with, while watching the rain from a cafe window.
I just started reading Miles' autobiography, so this album was a perfect companion. Also, in music school I transcribed Wyn Kelly's piano solo in Freddy Freeloader and I was pleased to discover I could still sing along with it although I haven't listened to this album in an embarrassingly long time.
Widely considered one of the greatest jazz albums of all time and one of the albums that all new jazz listeners should experience asap. This album is so well put together with all of the instruments seemingly have conversations with each other as the songs move from one to another. I believe this album can be listened to by anyone in any setting. I've easily listened to it >50 times in my life and recommend it to anyone looking to listen to jazz. Easy 5/5.
It deserves all the acclaim it has received over the decades. Sounds fresh and listenable today even though it was considered a remarkable departure from the jazz that came before it. Highly structured and yet open to interpretation and improvisation by these world class musicians.
My favorite Jazz album of all time. It takes me to a different place each time I listen.
Excellent!!!
Goated jazz
Really lovely, never gets old, always right for whatever the situation.
Not a fan of jazz, but can appreciate a well played instrument. Very conflicted with how to rate this one since I'm not a fan of the genre, but, I can appreciate great execution.
Awesome album
I want this album to soundtrack my life.
This is a legendary album, and is a pretty chill listen. Not my favorite Jazz record, but it's undeniably pretty great.
Good listen
Very pretty!
Enjoyed this a lot. How could you not?
It's past time for jazz to be cancelled.
Fajne do odtwarzania w tle, ale nie jestem niesamowitym fanem
beautiful, no notes
6/10 Classic Jazz album. Mostly instrumental and boring to anybody who’s not a fan of jazz music. It is good and respectable with not a lot to hear. Personally, I love jazz—but I know people who don’t and they would despise this album. It’s primarily instrumental, with the horns taking the show and the other instruments serving as more of a plate for the brass. Even though I do love jazz, I’ll admit I got a little bored listening to this. All of the songs are long and kind of repetitive—but that’s most Jazz, so it’s understandable. I wouldn’t listen to this entire album again. Maybe individual songs, but probably not. Good study music!!!
Brilliant through and through. Some of the best players performing some of their best work. Like I have said with every jazz record here, it reminds me of high school.
Wasn't quite my vibe, but I can appreciate the artistry.
I don’t know a lot about jazz. I’ve been trying to get into it more over the last couple of years. This was one of the first albums I listen to. And it’s still my favorite jazz album.
Bluesy, soulful
An album of Jazz legends, who are all at the top of their game. Great technical musicians, and have the skills to great improvisationalists. Yet they still can't make me care about jazz. I felt the first songs title was right on the money, it's like 9 minutes of boo BOO boo BOO, though I do like the drum beat behind it. The second song is just riffing on the reverse chord of the first. After that they blended into each other.
A foot tapper, a finger snapper, a wood whacker, and a pea packer. All of these are very good descriptive words while listening along with Miles Davis. The foot just kept going...at least for the first song.... I thought it would keep that vibe going but it definitely slowed down. It got to a point where I wanted to move on from the songs. It's sad really, I really wanted to enjoy this album more, but I just didn't.
I mean it’s cool but I’m not crazy about these instrumentals.
Techille
A rare jazz album that I might actually seek out to listen to again. It’s interesting, unpretentious, and as cool as the other side of the proverbial pillow.
The sounds of a misty New York at dawn, when the city seems empty. Normally I prefer peppier jazz, but this is iconic.
This is probably some high-grade jazz, daddio. Mostly wasted on me, but I mildly enjoyed it. Inoffensive, at least, which is saying something. Jazz never "moves me," per se, though. Ever.
Nice
Miles apparently wrote these arrangements hours before they were recorded. Most of this perfect album is improvisation at its peak.
Miércoles con un álbum que pensé el reto ya me había sugerido pero confirmo que no. Primer disco de jazz completo que escuché y al que de vez en cuando vuelvo, es difícil decir algo nuevo de éste trabajo bisagra en la historia de la música. Decir, sí, que es un disco bellísimo, llevadero, que hace que la mente viaje a lugares de ensueño. Hasta mañana.
Джаз – он в каждом из нас, он везде; это по тонкому льду нового дня чистая любовь и искренность. Классика, Майлс Дэвис мужик
You definitely don’t need to be a jazz fan to appreciate this. One of the best jazz albums I’ve ever heard and the definition of a classic - smooth, engaging, and transports you to absolute peace
It's not that he's not talented but the fast jazz stresses me out. I just not be very sophisticated. I like the slower stuff but I kind of feel like I'm in film noir.
I am a jazz idiot. I don't understand the difference in free form, module and standard jazz. I do understand that I like this music though, as it is very soothing and this book would not be complete without an album from Miles Davis. I feel like I am on the set of "Bosch" or reading a James Ellroy book (minus all the racism, sexism and all the other crap that fills his books) while hearing this music. Perhaps I am a private eye roaming around town to the background music of Freddie Freeloader. How often would I revisit this album? Well, that would remain to be seen. I did enjoy the Herbie Hancock this book gave us and added it to my collection of albums. "Blue in Green" is a great song. Just sets a wonderfully moody scene. What's so cool is John Coltrane is featured on this album as well. I probably should have known he would be on another jazz album and not just on his own (A Love Supreme). I liked "In a Silent Way" but probably liked this one more. Excited to hear "Bitches Brew."
I still really liked it. Jackie was less of a fan
Easy 5. Propulsive and smooth. Greatest soundtrack to an evening ever made.
Miles Davis
6 out of 5! Perfect album
Like many other reviewers a part that I loved was that it was enjoyable if you had it on in the background or if you were listening intently to all of the subtle variations. This feels like one of the more accessible jazz albums I've gotten. I wish I could see the full picture of how jazz evolved and how this fits into it to get the most out of this album. One day I'll do a jazz deep dive and have a feeling I'll start with Miles Davis Rating: 4.6
Love it. The definition of Blues.
So nice and soothing
-wow… this was a defining album of my childhood, my dad would always play it during dinner. one of the most nostalgic connections ive ever had to an album tbh -absolutely lives up to its hype as THE jazz album. just perfect from beginning to end, so haunting and beautiful. Miles Davis really did everything -Favorites are So What, Blue in Green, and Flamenco Sketches
4.9 4x old classic
existe o bom, o ótimo e miles davis - kind of blue extremamente foda, num tem base
jazzão bolado. lindo demais papo reto só os instrumento falano asneira daquele naipe. gostei bastante!
Just so beautiful throughout. Easy to listen to and relax.
My jazz background is in La La Land and Soul, so don't come for me. -Blue in Green: *turns up collar of trench coat, lights cigarette, and walks out into the seedy streets of 1930s New York* -Flamenco Sketches: for sippin’ whiskey with a dame who’s no good for you Okay I like it, Picasso - 4 stars
Miles Davis is brilliant, this was an unusual listen in the sense that it sort of washed over me and didn't hook me as such, but sort of went deep into me in the background, unknown. I'd like to listen again when not working to see how it feels a second time.
J’ai trouvé que c’était plus Kind Of Jazz, mais c’est Miles qui sait. Sans blague, c’est un impeccable album de jazz des plus classiques, il y a donc une partie de moi qui n’a pas été titillé tant que ça. Mérite amplement de multiple écoutes, qui sait…
Absolute masterpiece. I have this on vinyl.
All time classic
One of the best albums ever for a reason
Peeing your pants can't be as cool as this. Favorite Track: "So What".
Masterpiece.
Ben absoluut niet de juiste persoon om hier van alles over te zeggen, maar wat is dit goed zeg. Iedere noot voelt gecalculeerd maar zo natuurlijk
I love how all of the instruments feel like individuals talking to each other, each one saying something unique yet still talking about the same stuff. This is what I want when I want jazz.
i’ve listened before - nothing too offensive but nothing that floors me
One of my favorites!
PERIODDDDDDD
4 Stars (11/15)
I don’t know enough jazz history to know why this is so highly regarded. I very much enjoy this album, it’s a great album for a rainy day. I just wish I knew more about the context as to why this is one of the best of all time. Again, it sounds good, but in 2025 it sounds like a lot of other jazz albums I’ve heard. Was this style of jazz unheard of at the time? Was this an evolution in sound? That’s what I’d like to find out. For now I will contend with the fact that I don’t know but I still think this is great.
What is there to say about this album that hasn’t already been said? I’m not hating on that, it deserves all its accolades. It’s not often that a piece of art is so accessible but nearly avant garde at the same time. Anyone who wants to be exposed to modal jazz on an innovative front but isn’t a traditional jazz fan I can’t think of a better entry to the genre. It’s sublime; Blue & Green has actually made me cry. A classic.
A wonderful creation that can be listened to on repeat. This is the album to start your journey in jazz music with.
Maybe the best jazz album of all time.
I’m not really into jazz, but this is pretty great.
Quintessential. Everyone showed up ready to play and make history, impeccable album.
Tippity top notch jazz. Truly magical. Obviously I know and love Miles Davis, but I had never sat down to listen to this album and it's a masterpiece.
Very nice
The best of the best. The coolest of the cool. Pack it up and send it into space to let the rest of the universe know what we are capable of.
Perfection.
Outstanding. This has been in my collection for decades and it still keeps giving
Seminal album by Miles Davis. I think it is one of the most talked about records among other musicians, which only amplifies how important it is. The thing is, I can appreciate the genius, I don't really feel the music. The album is still much better than anything from the modal era, but it's just not my cup of tea.
This albums is the archetype of jazz in my head
Jazz albums have proved to be a nice alternative to my usual picks for working. This one was an easy listen
This album makes me think of my dad so it has an extra charm for me. Nice, smooth jazz, not too pretentious or jarring. You don't need to be a jazz expert to enjoy it.
Smooth listen. Although it’s Jazz and not my fave, it is a arrangement from a legendary player. I recognize it’s probably best in class especially for the time. 4.5/5
At first I wasn’t really into this. I know we’re supposed to like it, but I can only handle so many moments of saxophone cat-strangling solos. Still, as it went on it improved and I really liked the back three better. More mellow. “Blue In Green” and “Flamenco Sketches” were both solid, most importantly IMO due to the use of space and allowing the piano to feature more. Overall, the purposeful use of certain modes only in recording and improvising is some next level shit that hurts the head to think about. But impressive nonetheless. At the end of the day…this album remains well respected, but it is just jazz to me.
An undeniable classic, I feel lame even saying this is great because everyone knows it is.
Nice back ground music.
This will likely be my highest rated jazz album and probably more out of respect than anything. It’s a solid listen but at the end of the day it’s…jazz. 3.5/5
This is #day226 of my #1001albumsyoumusthearbeforeyoudie challenge, and... this might just be the ultimate jazz album. Looking back, I kind of regret rating the first Miles Davis album I reviewed some weeks ago too highly. I think I rated it high because, well, it's Miles Davis, and I was kind of supposed to do it. Now, I feel I would've given Birth of the Cool a 3, maybe? There’s this uneasy feeling I’m starting to get as jazz records begin to pop up in my summary. Anyway, as for Kind of Blue, I really like it. I can’t fully explain why—I'm not versed enough in jazz theory or whatever—but there’s just something about this record. The music kind of feels like a conversation between the musicians and it's interesting to listen to it. Plus, it’s always a special experience to be listening to this on vinyl. Should I rate this a 5? Well, since I like it more than Birth of the Cool... But also because it's such a seminal album... Or, so they say. Looking forward to #day227.
it’s pretty relaxing but not what i needed at 3pm on a cold day in my cubicle
Superb.
It does not get better than this.
Inventar un lenguaje be like
lo voy a volver a escuchar pero lo punteo porque ya sé lo que es
It was nice. A couple of long tracks (8-11 means each). Did not annoy me the way that super long rock tracks do. I’m probably not going to relished to this album, but I enjoyed it once through.
Miles doing Miles things, plus Evans and Coltrane! What a treat. This is an excellent record that simply doesn’t miss, which is particularly impressive given its Freeform modality.
The first Miles album I got on 1001 list was more big band driven vibe where this is moving into the small combo group that I favor and this one was killer even though it was a little more mellow than other albums. Love Coltrane’s sax on this!
5 Nothing more to say. Well, maybe. I can listen to this on an endless loop and never tire of it. really sit back and "Listen" with a capital L, to "All Blues". It transports you back to a time of sitting in a small smoky club, let at night, sipping on cocktails and just really experiencing the free flow magic. Even this versions's fade out is crying for more...
With this stacked cast of musicians, this could never be anything but 5-star perfection!
This was fine. It's just, you know, jazz, and I'm uncultured swine.
I will not accept that there is a potentially number of eternal stars imaginable for me to properly rate this album.
Very good considering it was jazz, a little more bluesy (no pun intended)
fantastico
Don’t know much about jazz but was expecting more given its status. Maybe it’s groundbreaking but sounded like a good jazz album. Excellent stuff but not quite as good as In A Silent Way 4.5:5
Second miles Davis we have had and equally as good
Classic album. Easy entry into jazz overall and for good reason. Great harmony between easy grooves and some more complex arrangements. Didn’t enjoy it as much on this listen as I have in the past - I would say maybe 4-4.5 for me now
Album art:4
Ich bin nicht der große Jazzfan. Ich kenne mich auch gar nicht so gut aus in Jazz. Aber ich habe vor vielen Jahren eine Blue Note Sammlung vererbt bekommen. Die erste CD aus dieser Sammlung war zufällig "Kinds of Blues" von Miles Davis. Und ich war so positiv überrascht von dem ruhigen angenehmen melodischen Sound dieser Produktion. Der Sound meines Alltags, Lebens, eines Films. Ich bin dadurch sehr geprägt und immer noch fasziniert. Miles Davis hat mir den Jazz näher gebracht und für Neues den Weg geöffnet.
This was my 100th album. Today, though, I woke up at 4 AM, threw up nonstop for about an hour, then went back to bed, waking up briefly at noon, and then I woke up at 8 o'clock, according to my phone. At first, I thought it was 8 AM tomorrow, and thought that I had missed my 100th album. However, I realised 20 minutes later that it was actually 8:20 PM today, and quickly pulled up the 1001 albums website to listen to this (keep in mind my stomach felt like it had a bunch of nails in it and I was so exhausted I could barely walk) - and this album nearly made me throw up again.
I liked this, but I didn't love it. It all got a little samey.
Listening to this album was like looking into a window to the past. You can see where the influences for rock, RnB, and even hip hop come from. The most underrated part of this album is the drumming, Jimmy Cobb’s ability to quietly lead the rhythm, timing, and flow of each song is something that should be appreciated. Another thing that I really appreciated from this album is that you can hear Miles give his all in every single song, there are no performances that are half baked, he is wailing from start to finish. This album is a truly a timeless piece of work.
This sort of passed me by. It wasn't unpleasant, I just found it hard to concentrate on it enough for a proper review. It felt like 3 stars, but I'm going with 4 stars as I do plan to listen to it again.
lost my grandma today, so I needed to lay down for some time and listen to music. this album made it slightly easier. thank u mister Davis. love u grandma.
Very cool jazzy vibes
I wish I knew more about music so that I could write something that articulates what I think is good about this album, but sadly I don't know much about music. So my poor ramblings really won't do it justice. I love this album, I don't think there is a setting that wouldn't be improved by listening to this. I struggle with more experimental jazz and find some forms of 'New York rom com' jazz a bit dull (let's not even talk about Buble jazz) but Miles Davis fits so well as a form that I think most people could access and enjoy but yet is experimental and exciting. It is perfection. I've probably listened 6 times today.
Always think Blue should release an album called Kind of Miles Davis. Took me so long (and listening to a lot more entry level jazz) to get into this. Very glad I put the time in. Feels perfect. Especially in the bath.
Very nice and cool
In my top 5 favourite albums of all time. I literally have to put life to one side to listen and really appreciate this music.
On weekly rotation Jazz for the nation Sunday morning Adoration fawning Best of the best leaving the rest in the dust gathering musical rust
Phenomenal
First one I was able to listen on vinyl, and I’m so glad I did. Beautiful solos over superb rhythm section.
Could listen to this album again & again.
Very good, "it's a classic"
As good as jazz gets. At least in terms of my limited knowledge of the genre.
Jazz is great for productive work days, but I wouldn’t want to listen to this in the car
Got put right in the pocket with this music combined with a Red Bull. #corporate weapon
Absolutely one of the greatest jazz albums of all time. I used to have an old boss who would play this album at noon everyday. I caught the shot. He loved it. I got to where I loved it too. I still do. Really holds up even after all the listens.
I really liked this and will be playing it all the time when I need to focus or relax
Top 20 all time
Excepcional
A masterpiece - yet only my 3rd favorite of Miles.....
I love this album. Give me a rainy day, a cozy chair and some coffee, throw this album on, and I'm in heaven.
Iconic jazz album. Bill Evans is a great pianist and Miles is a legend joined by a bunch of other legendary jazz artists including Coltrane. Theres a reason its the top selling jazz album of all time.
Some would call it elevator music. Well, then I'd have to say it is some awesome elevator music. 7/10
Nice jazz album. Looped a couple times
8/10 Fave track: Flamenco sketches
It was fine. I just never love improvised stuff.
3/3/25. Might be my favorite jazz album, Miles was the best. Amazing instrumentation and arrangements.
Miles should stop being so modest. This is very blue.
This one left me Kind Of Blue, but So What.
Not normally my sort of thing but the musicians are clearly at the top of their game
smooth
Might just quit my job and read in a cafe with this in the background for the rest of my life
Jazz sets me on edge. I know it's considered by many to be the only true American art-form so I'm probably being un-patriotic when I say that I dislike it. But there is something about this album that resonates with me. I can't hear the trumpet on this album without evoking a dimly lit, smoke filled, prohibition era jazz club where everyone is dressed to the nines and swigging martinis. The sound is cloying, but it a genuine way- And yes, cringe alert*, I'm about to reference a James Baldwin novel when I say it reminds me of the sax player in "Another Country" when he's repeating "do you love me?" through his instrument over and over. *For some reason it feel pompous for white dudes to quote James Baldwin, IDK why...
2/5. I can't say the album is bad, it's just not my type of music.
4.5 classic
Pretty good but kinda boring in my opinion, like I think I get it but I don’t like it too much 7/10
As one of the previous reviewers said, this is an album for any occasion. I wonderful, laid back sound with a wonderful stereo mix that would equally at home as background music or music to be listened to carefully. I wonderful and accessible introduction to Miles Davis at his height
Smooth. Cool. Always changing. Great for background
Well. This guy is on of the best to ever do it, and I recognise that.
So great
Better than bitches brew, and by that I get it more.
Some of the best music made by human beings. It's got a magic quality that keeps it eternally fresh. Each time I listen to Kind of Blue it takes me somewhere calm and melancholic. I'm not a jazz musician, I have no idea what the instruments are 'doing' in relation to each other, but Flamenco Sketches is heavenly.
A classic, my beef is with the sound balance where sax/trumpet would come through only one ear, which is very jarring. Still 5*
~3.5, trumpet mutes are one of god's worst creations
Great jazz album. This is a very good introduction to jazz for me, but it just sounds like typical jazz to me. Then again, I don't listen to jazz
I've listened to Miles Davis before, after not being too impressed with his album Decoy, Kind of Blue truly stands out as a whole different experience. Favourite Songs: So What, Freddie Freeloader, All Blues. Least Favourite Songs: Blue in Green, Flamenco Sketches.
Awesome album. Great jazz. Perfect for background music while working, or as the soundtrack for a romantic evening.
I don't know anything about jazz and have no frame of reference but this is very enjoyable 4 stars
a m a z i n g If you're not into jazz, this is a phenomenal start. If you are into jazz, you should only be reading this review because you already know it's amazing and you're just making sure I didn't say something stupid.
It's nice and super well regarded, probably will use it for nice background music only though Will I listen to again: 80%
I don't know how you can improve on perfection. Just a glorious jazz experience. Miles, Trane, Adderley in one room!
Ok
Excellent working music.
Beautiful and stunning!
One of the best of all time. I once got the cops at my door in Fishtown because I was blasting it drunk at midnight and forgot my patio speakers were on.
A little slow and sparse for my taste in Jazz (at least, as of 2/25). The highlights are Miles on the piano and Bill Evans/Wynton Kelly on the piano. My favorite song off of the record is "Freddie Freeloader," which has Kelly on the piano and is the most up-tempo song. Overall, solid enough but a little slow for me.
I'm not the biggest fan of jazz. Even then I really enjoyed this album. A 9.
Loved it, super cool jazz slow jams 🎺
genre defining album
Perhaps the literal best
Ongekend iconisch
Very backgroundy, but definitely genius
Good but almost a cliche
its about time i gave this a listen this like the avengers of jazz getting together. I had no clue john coltrane was on this. Excellent line up of players and an excellent jazz, i see why this is such a highly acclaimed album
Not my favorite Miles period, let alone album; and it's an unmitigated 5/5. It'd be 10/10 or 100/100. Revolutionary and so accessible. Oh, and it was the second time he reinvented jazz. And he'd do it at least twice more. That's why he's on my Rushmore with Duke, Ray, and Q.
the softer, less busy arrangements are definitely what keeps me coming back to this album. blue in green is mesmerizing, lyrical, but im lost on tracks where things become more rhythmic and cluttered - id say 'so what' a prime example. it's not a perfect album for me, but i can see how for others this is flawless - at its best, I find it transcendent, which is high praise i guess!
Chill and pretty beautiful. Not a jazz fan but I can appreciate.
pretty mellow. good dinner music
Meh
Mellow
good but a bit to long for me
Pretty much a perfect jazz record. If I could only recommend 1 jazz album to someone, it’d almost definitely be Kind of Blue. World- class band, compositions, improvisations, and playing. It’s also very easy to listen to. Each instrument has its own feeling to show and pieces of story to tell, and they dance with each other throughout the album to paint the full picture clearly. Once the bass + piano come in on So What, you’re reeled right in and never let go.
Love me blues
Jazzy trumpets do my head right in.
Not a big jazz guy but this was nice
One of the best jazz albums of all time
Needs more electric guitar solos with lots of distortion (Hahaha just kidding I actually really liked it)
No honestly just stop with the ridiculously token jazz albums. The entire history of jazz reduced to KOB, Time Out and and a handful of others that the late-sixties LP collector would have alongside the Beatles and the Stones. Having said that five stars.
Timeless
Don't like
Not bad. Obviously the top of his game just not a huge fan of this type of music. Still a classic
Perfection. I wish it were three times longer.
I don't think there's anything I could say about this album that hasn't already been said before
Very enjoyable listen--I should get more into jazz.
Perfect jazz album. I listen to it a lot when im studying or just need some background noise another album i need on vinyl
The quintessential jazz album for beginners