Merci Miles! Live at Vienne
Miles Davis · 2021
80 min · 8 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
Explosive improvisation meets soulful melodies, capturing a legendary performance that bridges jazz traditions and modern expression.
Why this album works
- Best for
- explosive improvisation with emotional depth long-form tracks for focused listening immersive live performance atmosphere
- Context
- Released posthumously, 'Merci Miles! Live at Vienne' showcases Miles Davis's final performances before his death in 1991. At this time, Davis was celebrated for his innovative approaches to jazz fusion, and this album reflects his mastery of blending genres even as he evolved artistically throughout his career. This live recording highlights his enduring influence and the appreciation for his work in the jazz community.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
Merci Miles! Live at Vienne is an album by Miles Davis, released in 2021. Explosive improvisation meets soulful melodies, capturing a legendary performance that bridges jazz traditions and modern expression. The album features performances from the 1991 Vienne Jazz Festival, emphasizing Davis's late-career artistry which continues to resonate with both critics and fans. It received positive reviews, noting its significance in preserving an essential moment in jazz history, particularly as it captures Davis's creative energy at a pivotal time during his career. This release further solidifies Davis's legacy as one of the most influential figures in jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Merci Miles! Live at Vienne sound like?
Explosive improvisation meets soulful melodies, capturing a legendary performance that bridges jazz traditions and modern expression. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes Merci Miles! Live at Vienne by Miles Davis notable?
The album features performances from the 1991 Vienne Jazz Festival, emphasizing Davis's late-career artistry which continues to resonate with both critics and fans. It received positive reviews, noting its significance in preserving an essential moment in jazz history, particularly as it captures Davis's creative energy at a pivotal time during his career. This release further solidifies Davis's legacy as one of the most influential figures in jazz. Released posthumously, 'Merci Miles! Live at Vienne' showcases Miles Davis's final performances before his death in 1991. At this time, Davis was celebrated for his innovative approaches to jazz fusion, and this album reflects his mastery of blending genres even as he evolved artistically throughout his career. This live recording highlights his enduring influence and the appreciation for his work in the jazz community.
Who is Merci Miles! Live at Vienne for?
Merci Miles! Live at Vienne works well if you're into explosive improvisation with emotional depth, long-form tracks for focused listening and immersive live performance atmosphere.
How many songs are on Merci Miles! Live at Vienne?
Merci Miles! Live at Vienne has 8 tracks, running approximately 80 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Hannibal Standout 15:58
- 2 Human Nature Standout 18:10
- 3 Time After Time Standout 10:16
- 4 Penetration 9:10
Disc 2
- 1 Wrinkle 8:35
- 2 Amandla 6:08
- 3 Jailbait 5:55
- 4 Finale (Band Only) 6:09
Release Date
June 25, 2021
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
80 min 23 sec
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