ERC085 Miles Davis - Workin' (True Mono)

Recorded in two marathon sessions in 1956, Workin’ is a compelling time capsule of raw energy. Regarded as one of the most progressive groups in jazz, the Miles Davis quintet featuring John Coltrane (saxophone), William “Red” Garland (piano), Philly Joe Jones (drums) and Paul Chambers (bass) possessed a remarkable sense of musical unity.  Recorded as if playing one of their well rehearsed live set-lists, and with hardly any second takes, Workin’ is a precious document of the magic they created on stage at the Café Bohemia and a rare opportunity to relive such an extraordinary era of musical evolution. Cut all...