In this clip from the full episode of LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl, host Scott Dudelson speaks with guest Harvey Brooks and we talk about Harvey's experience working with Miles Davis during the Bitches Brew sessions. Harvey played on four tracks - "Bitches Brew," "Miles Runs Voodoo Down" "Spanish Key" and "Pharaohs Dance" and this is his first hand account of his time working with Miles.

In this episode, we explore the creative genius behind this landmark project, told from the perspective of someone who was there. 🎷🔥

💡 What Happens in This Episode:

** Behind the Scenes at Columbia Studios: From the unique rehearsal setup at Miles’ apartment to the studio dynamics that pushed boundaries
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** Miles’ Vision Unveiled: How Miles Davis directed his musicians without charts, using only hand signals and raw intuition to guide the session.

**Jack Johnson’s Boxing Tapes: Discover how watching footage of the legendary boxer inspired the musicians and set the tone for the session and a future album.

**Breaking Musical Conventions: Learn how the players, including legends like Chick Corea, adapted to Miles’ demand for pure instinctive reaction over traditional arrangements.

** A Unique Approach to Sound: Explore the concept of playing "bottom" lines and responding instinctively to the music, creating an unrepeatable magic.

🌟 This clip captures the tension, experimentation, and creative freedom that shaped one of the greatest jazz albums of all time. Hear about Harvey's personal challenges and triumphs of stepping into an unfamiliar musical world and finding connection through pure feeling.

If you love stories about iconic musicians and timeless albums and stories please like, subscribe, and follow LEGENDS: Podcast by All Day Vinyl! for even more incredible tales from the world of music history. 🎧🔥

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