Year/Genre/City: 1971, Funk / Soul, Omaha, NE
Matrix #: SRM 1-608
Condition: VG+, sounds great; some marks

Cultural Facts:

1. Scene Ecology: Coming off Band of Gypsys visibility, Miles moved through the early-’70s rock-soul crossover circuit where festivals and radio blurred scenes.

2. Band Drama: His time with Hendrix ended in tension—arguments over feel, leadership, and reliability became part of the post-Hendrix narrative.

3. Political Science: Miles leaned into Black pride-era messaging and community language, reflecting how soul/rock artists navigated post-’60s expectations.

12/5/23 AH 1/17/2026 CC