The 3 Musical Geniuses Behind the Most Popular Jazz Album of All Time
The Art of Manliness
Challenging Stereotypes and Embracing Authenticity
Miles Davis challenged the stereotype that black people played the blues because they were miserable and downtrodden while studying at Juilliard. Despite learning from white people about white music, he found authenticity in playing the blues for different reasons. This experience eventually led him to prioritize his own cultural roots by joining a band with fellow musicians like Dizzy and Bird, shifting away from his formal education at Juilliard.
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