Miles knew everybody by ear and also personally and had his own strong opinions and that's what makes a lot of these reviews difficult. A classic here is the review of 'Caravan' (from Money Jungle) in Part 3 - Miles slams it, but today its regarded highly by many jazz fans.
I like the difference to Monk's blind reviews from the same collection. Monk is much more circumspect in what he says and really refuses to engage in negativity. I really love his restraint.
I like the difference to Monk's blind reviews from the same collection. Monk is much more circumspect in what he says and really refuses to engage in negativity. I really love his restraint.
http://www.forghieri.net/jazz/blind/Monk.html