After forming in 1986 in Cincinnati, The Afghan Whigs-vocalist and rhythm guitarist Greg Dulli, bassist John Curley, lead guitarist Rick McCollum, and drummer Steve Earle-released their 1988 debut album Big Top Halloween on an independent record label and gained the attention of Seattle-based label Sub Pop [REF].
After the album's sessions were done, Dulli was inspired to write and record an additional track on the day of Miles Davis' death,[REF] September 28, 1991 [REF].