Sorcerer

Jazz · 1967 · 7 tracks · 40m

Sorcerer

Miles Davis's 1967 album Sorcerer is a sophisticated modal jazz masterpiece, showcasing his legendary 1960s quintet's telepathic interplay and nuanced explorations. Featuring Wayne Shorter's early con

1967 · Mobile Fidelity Sound Lab

Imagine a cool, sophisticated late-night club, not bustling with noise, but filled with hushed reverence for the music. Sorcerer is the sound of a genius at work, leading a band of equals through intricate, modal landscapes. It's not about flashy solos, but about the exquisite interplay, the subtle shifts in mood, and the profound emotional depth found in every note. This is jazz for deep listening, for those moments when you want music that challenges and soothes in equal measure, a timeless journey into the heart of post-bop innovation.

Tracklist · 7 Tracks · 40m

01

Prince of Darkness

6:27

02

Pee Wee

4:49

03

Masqualero

8:53

04

The Sorcerer

5:10

05

Limbo

7:17

06

Vonetta

5:36

07

Nothing Like You

1:58

Moments Worth Listening For

The intricate, almost telepathic interplay between Miles Davis's trumpet and Wayne Shorter's saxophone throughout the album, particularly on tracks like "Limbo".

The distinct absence of Miles Davis's trumpet on "Pee Wee", allowing the quintet's other members to shine and explore a different dynamic.

The subtle yet powerful rhythmic foundation laid by the Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Tony Williams rhythm section, driving the modal explorations with understated intensity.

The unique inclusion of the 1962 session with Bob Dorough, offering a rare vocal glimpse amidst the album's instrumental focus.

Reviews

DownBeat5/ 5 stars

AllMusic4.5/ 5 stars

Sputnikmusic4/ 5

Where This Album Departs

How does Sorcerer sound next to the rest of Miles Davis's catalogue?

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Contemplative saturates this record a touch more than the artist's norm.

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