Somethin' Else

Recorded during his tenure with the Miles Davis Sextet, 'Somethin' Else' stands as a pivotal cool jazz session, although often considered a de facto Miles Davis-led date given his prominent role in selecting material and directing the performances. Cannonball Adderley's jubilant, blues-inflected alto saxophone creates a dynamic contrast with Davis's lyrical and spacious muted trumpet, exemplified in their definitive reading of "Autumn Leaves". The all-star rhythm section of pianist Hank Jones, bassist Sam Jones, and a notably restrained Art Blakey on drums provides a sophisticated and understated foundation, captured by Rudy Van Gelder's spacious and balanced recording, which highlights the session's elegant interplay.