"KOB" vs "Somethin' Else":
Following the OP's instructions, I listened intently. Used my CDs thru my system.
Somethin' Else: I was riveted throughout the entire CD. Staying focused was easy. I heard every note. I can see why someone would consider this to be maybe the best Jazz album. The playing was just awesome. Loved the way the solos went from Miles to Cannoball, back to miles then to Jones. They all did their individual thing, but you always knew they were playing the same tune. I also liked the Tune selection. The whole performance was flawless.
KOB: Great players, and great playing. I did not like the Tune selection as much as "Somethin' Else". I had to TRY and stay focused on the music. Mind would wander. The solos just were not up to the standard set in "Somethin' Else". Overall, it did not impress me nearly as much as "Somethin' Else". I don't know why anyone would consider this the best Jazz album ever. I realize, it is the best selling album. But there are many on my shelf that I consider more enjoyable to listen to. Like efforts from Silver, Morgan, Cannonball and even "Swiss Movement". I consider "Blues and the Abstract Truth" to be much better than KOB.
I suspect 'Audiophile' hype is at work here.
Just one Frenchman's Opinion.
Cheers
Following the OP's instructions, I listened intently. Used my CDs thru my system.
Somethin' Else: I was riveted throughout the entire CD. Staying focused was easy. I heard every note. I can see why someone would consider this to be maybe the best Jazz album. The playing was just awesome. Loved the way the solos went from Miles to Cannoball, back to miles then to Jones. They all did their individual thing, but you always knew they were playing the same tune. I also liked the Tune selection. The whole performance was flawless.
KOB: Great players, and great playing. I did not like the Tune selection as much as "Somethin' Else". I had to TRY and stay focused on the music. Mind would wander. The solos just were not up to the standard set in "Somethin' Else". Overall, it did not impress me nearly as much as "Somethin' Else". I don't know why anyone would consider this the best Jazz album ever. I realize, it is the best selling album. But there are many on my shelf that I consider more enjoyable to listen to. Like efforts from Silver, Morgan, Cannonball and even "Swiss Movement". I consider "Blues and the Abstract Truth" to be much better than KOB.
I suspect 'Audiophile' hype is at work here.
Just one Frenchman's Opinion.
Cheers