Tutu

Miles Davis' 1986 album Tutu, a tribute to anti-apartheid activist Desmond Tutu, marked a significant stylistic shift in his career. Primarily composed and performed by bassist Marcus Miller, the album features a prominent use of synthesizers, drum machines, and sequencers, resulting in a sound heavily influenced by contemporary R&B and funk. This departure from Davis' earlier acoustic jazz sound established Tutu as a key work in his later period and solidified his continued relevance in the popular music landscape.