Speak No Evil

Recorded during his first year with Miles Davis's second great quintet, 'Speak No Evil' is a consolidation of Wayne Shorter's compositional prowess, blending hard bop's rhythmic fire with the harmonic ambiguities of modal jazz. The writing, inspired by folklore and myth, masterfully guides the remarkable interplay of the quintet, which features Freddie Hubbard, Herbie Hancock, Ron Carter, and Elvin Jones. Considered a career-defining statement and a cornerstone of the Blue Note catalog, the album's synthesis of unorthodox harmony and potent improvisation has made it a foundational work in modern jazz.