Walkin' (LP)

Miles Davis was a pioneering American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer, recognized as a key figure in jazz and 20th-century music. His career spanned five decades, during which he explored diverse musical styles. From 1951 to 1956, he released 14 albums on Prestige Records, including classics like "Dig" and "Blue Haze." His performance at the 1955 Newport Jazz Festival raised his profile, leading to the formation of the acclaimed Miles Davis Quintet with notable musicians. Their recordings, including "Kind of Blue," cemented his legacy. In the late 1960s and 1970s, Davis pioneered jazz fusion, blending influences from funk and rock. He continued to innovate and perform until his death in 1991. "Walkin'" is a compilation album by Miles Davis, released in March 1957 by Prestige Records. The album consists of material previously released on two 10-inch LPs in 1954. Both sessions were recorded at Rudy Van Gelder's home studio.