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Miles Davis fully embraced possibilities and delved into it. He was criticized heavily from the jazz side.
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"Miles Davis fully embraced possibilities and delved into it. He was criticized heavily from the jazz side. He was supposed to be part of a tradition, but he didn't consider himself part of a tradition"

- Bill Laswell

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Miles Davis was an advanced jazz musician who pressed the boundaries of the genre. He was not scared to explore new noises and concepts, even if it implied going versus the grain of standard jazz. His willingness to experiment and innovate was met criticism from some jazz perfectionists, who felt that he must remain within the boundaries of the genre. Nevertheless, Davis declined to be confined by tradition and instead welcomed the possibilities of jazz. He was figured out to develop something brand-new and exciting, and his efforts settled as he became one of the most influential jazz artists of all time. His legacy is one of innovation and imagination, and his impact can still be felt in jazz today.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Bill Laswell somewhere between February 12, 1955 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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