
11 October 1972 · 55 YEARS
On The Corner
Miles Davis
The compositions rely on hypnotic rhythms and the layered presence of electric sitar and distorted synthesizers. By avoiding standard improvisation, the record establishes a gritty, urban atmosphere.
While critics reacted negatively upon its 1972 launch, the work eventually found a role in the development of hip-hop and electronic genres. The focus remains on the interplay of tabla and percussion to sustain a persistent, driving energy.