1 Surrey With The Fringe On Top by Miles Davis from Steamin With The Miles Davis Quintet

Subscribe to the Craft Recordings newsletter to stay in the loop on our latest reissues: Of Miles Davis’ many bands, none was more influential and popular than the quintet with John Coltrane, Red Garland, Paul Chambers and Philly Joe Jones. Davis’ muted ballads and medium-tempo standards endeared him to the public; the horns’ searing exposition of classics like “Salt Peanuts“ and “Well, You Needn’t“ captivated musicians; the searching, restless improvisations of Coltrane intrigued listeners who had a taste for adventure; and the flawless rhythm section became a model for bands everywhere. Steamin’ is a significant portion of the music of this remarkable group. Musicians: Miles Davis (trumpet) John Coltrane (tenor saxophone) Red Garland (piano) Paul Chambers (bass) “Philly“ Joe Jones (drums) Track Listing: 1. Surrey With The Fringe on Top 2. Salt Peanuts 3. Something I