The mid-1950s saw visionary pianist Thelonious Monk's own inimitable style become popular, while the smooth and mellow sound of "cool" also gained ground. Charlie Parker overdosed on heroin, and Miles Davis began to lead jazz in a new direction.
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The mid-1950s saw visionary pianist Thelonious Monk's own inimitable style become popular, while the smooth and mellow sound of "cool" also gained ground. Charlie Parker overdosed on heroin, and Miles Davis began to lead jazz in a new direction.
