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George Coleman, Mike Stern, Ron Carter, and Jimmy Cobb: 4 Generations of Miles
ByFor diehards, this record spans a nice range of styles and moods, mostly representing the late '50s/early '60s vintage (though "81" offers a bit of a backbeat for contrast). Titles like "Blue in Green" and "Freddie Freeloader" offer strong hints. It's certainly interesting to hear old-timers like Jimmy Cobb, Ron Carter, and George Coleman jam with fusion star Mike Stern (two decades their junior). Stern tucks in the edges, and he leaves absolutely zero doubt that he can travel straight-ahead with the best of them. He's by far the most interesting player on this disc, toying with convention when he's not hanging low comping harmony or playing heads. His solos dwell in the modal/scalar realm for the most part, though they scatter here and there. Stern blows with incredible energy on "Freddie Freeloader," ripping through changes and tossing in some nice blues licks along the way. That's the high point of 4 Generations of Miles by a long shot.
In the end, though, it's mostly rehash, so dig in only if you want to hear four veteran players enter the shrine. Take it or leave itI recommend the latter.
Track Listing
There is No Greater Love; All Blues; On Green Dolphin Street; Blue In Green; 81; Freddie Freeloader; My Funny Valentine; If I Were a Bell; Oleo.
Personnel
George Coleman
saxophone, tenorGeorge Coleman- tenor saxophone; Mike Stern- guitar; Ron Carter- bass; Jimmy Cobb- drums.
Album information
Title: 4 Generations Of Miles | Year Released: 2002 | Record Label: Chesky Records
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About George Coleman
Instrument: Saxophone, tenor
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