Miles Davis Rubberband

Rubberband is one of the most fascinating and unexpected chapters in the extraordinary career of Miles Davis. Originally recorded during 1985 and 1986 but left unfinished for decades, the album was finally completed and released, offering a unique glimpse into a period when Davis was once again reinventing his sound.

Following his departure from Columbia Records and signing with Warner Bros., Miles Davis began work on a new musical direction that moved away from the jazz fusion of his earlier years and embraced contemporary R&B, funk and soul influences. Collaborating with producers Randy Hall and Zane Giles, Davis envisioned a modern, groove-driven sound that would connect jazz improvisation with the emerging styles dominating popular music during the mid-1980s.

Although the project was ultimately shelved as Davis pursued other creative avenues, the original recordings remained an intriguing "lost album" among fans and historians. Decades later, the sessions were revisited and carefully completed, allowing listeners to finally experience this remarkable missing piece of the Miles Davis story.

The result is a vibrant and adventurous collection that highlights Davis' relentless creativity and willingness to challenge expectations. Blending jazz, funk, R&B and pop influences, Rubberband demonstrates why Miles Davis remained one of the most innovative and forward-thinking artists in modern music throughout every stage of his career.

This 2026 reissue presents the album across two 140g vinyl records, bringing renewed attention to one of the most intriguing and historically significant releases in the Miles Davis catalogue.