He could very well be the Duke Ellington of Rock 'n' Roll. - Miles Davis

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He could very well be the Duke Ellington of Rock 'n' Roll.

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About Miles Davis

Miles Dewey Davis III (May 26, 1926 – September 28, 1991) was an American jazz musician, trumpeter, bandleader, and composer.

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Alternative Names: Miles Dewey Davis III • Miles Dewey Davis, III Davis • Miles Dewey Davis Jr
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