My goodness, I've probably listened to this quintet a thousand times over but Tony Williams is absolutely devastating as a drummer.. And just when you may think he has only one style -- kinetic -- he reminds you that his skill set covers the entire dynamic range. He was just as profound with his touch on the ballads as he was on the firecrackers. What an incredible group they were and what otherworldly synergy they had.
Thanks. These men, especially the less than world-famous ones, don't get nearly the respect they deserve. 95% of them never made enough money to feed their families from music alone. The Miles', Herbie's, Wayne's and Carter's of the world are rare. At least many of them are now receiving the praise they deserved then.
Let's welcome Miles Davis and the Quintet...Wayne Shorter, Ron Carter...what a wonderful Thursday night, on and in and out driving cooker right from the start....
It maybe be considered an acquired taste but once you acquire the taste and have an understanding of what they are doing, you might never go back. Beautiful!
Forget about it. The greatest music in the history of mankind. This is the pinnacle of spontaneous human artistic achievement. And yes, Tony stands out. I'd argue he's the most prodigiously talented musician of the past 100 years.
Truly one the greatest group in modern jazz. Amazing how they can change tempos at a drop of hat and have you wondering how we got here!!!! What an amazing journey!!!!!
Reading some of these comments brings me memories of my long lfe: I am 88 and I love these music masters since the middle forties! They make me feel that time never passed. Same feelings, same joy and excitment!
Jazz- at its higest form, is a musical conversation, with each artist offering arguments, discord, and compliment to the discussion. This piece, is a Ph.D dissertation. Seminal atonal work... A+.
Thanks to the people who got their butts out of a chair, produced and recorded this. And to those who share so much wonderful content on the net. There's no excuse for being ignorant these days. It's all there, and free!
I believe that this performance is from later in the 60s. Wayne Shorter didn't join Miles band until 1964 and the tune is Agitation from the album "ESP" recorded in 1965. Possibly from a concert in Stockholm Oct. 31, 1967
The song is "Agitation", and is on the CD "E.S.P.", which was originally recorded on Columbia in January 1965. So the '63 date is almost certainly wrong - also because Shorter didn't join until '65. In his liner notes, Bill Belden sez this was the quintet's signature opener until '69. Incredible performance.
There is a great Columbia collection of Davis from this period (about 61 to 64) with mostly live tracks. It has the silly name, "Miles Davis Greatest Hits." Tracks include 7 Steps, All Blues, Someday My Prince, Walkin, My Funny V, ESP, Round Midnight, So What. Has Coltrane, Hancock, Carter & Williams, Shorter, et al. Really Great!
I love the way these guys redefined the jazz quintet so that after 45 years, no real innovation has really happened since. Those albums, like Miles Smiles, are still amazingly fresh sounding. Herbie's comp licks at 2:00 AND 3:00 give me chills!
Et dire que j'y étais ! après être descendu de Genève à 2 en Vespa, avec la tente canadienne, crevés.le 1er soir juste le temps d'arriver, le second, sacrilège, e suis endormis quelques minutes !! Mais que ce fût beau, et dire que tony à moins de 17 ans, plus jeune que moi,lui se tapais les tournées.Après nous avons vu Miles sur une terrasse en bord de mer avec une belle blonde. Existe une photo connue des ces moments. Merci d'avoir pu vivre tout ca. Merci Google pour ce revival.
It makes me wonder what Miles told them right before they went out. Ron and Tony are just a hurricane of sound, while Herbie, Miles, and Wayne are completely chill. Very interesting combination.
I think I've made some of these Miles Quintet ytbs faves more than once. I don't care. Everytime I see/hear them, I'm so filled with awe and warmth. That line-up was some kind of magic. But it's also that they were some of the best and ballsiest of that time. They seem telepathic at times 'cause there so in the zone. I'll take 2 of what they had.
@TheViewFromSugarHill I totally agree. What these guys did is untouchable! Miles was going through a major evolution of jazz music. This is learning material for every musician and not material to be criticized...
This group was the first high-profile major label jazz ensemble to embrace some, but certainly not all, of the freer elements that had been introduced to jazz in the few years previous to this music. If one had been raised on bop and blues and rhythm changes, these open forms, free chromaticism and lick-free zones had a lot of appeal. This group did not rehearse, as they wanted their group playing to be of the moment. This aesthetic is now the dominant one is jazz. Find more of their music.MBB
love this and anytin this group blessed - i am not a scholar of sounds but a lover thank you for posting this jewel ..my son will learn these dudes as so i will i
They deserve an introduction like in NFL games! running down the middle aisle hi-fivin and clappin and stuff. Top tenors of all time Wayne, Trane and Sonny!
Look at those honey microphones! Look at that pianer...Neumann and Steinway are a blessing to our ears today if this is what we get to hear. Tony Williams. OMG. Is his mother in the front row?!
Don't get me wrong Dorkradio, I love Miles Davis. What he did for not only music but for society is profoundly overlooked. A man of true freedom in a place where we are ALL slaves. So before you go running your mouth off with no means other than to make yourself feel good, take a closer look. I meant to give a little more insight to those who might not know much about him.
It says at the top 'Stockholm 1963' but Wayne didn't even join the band until 1964?? Wrong date. Still, great video. My favourite band. Great to see that Wayne with his current band keeps this quintet's spirit of exploration and adventure - where anybody can contribute all or nothing at any time -alive and well. My favourite type of Jazz.
It's cool how such great musicians managed find each other and what they did collectively is simply epic. I wonder if we'll ever have another era like that?
Herbies calm solo that crosses into the next tune is honestly amazing. What i really admire about these guys, is the fact the kept it going and just played music, they didnt have much small talk just played then fucked off, sick.
Tony is drumming his balls off. Nice to see a young tony williams, also young herbie is sneaking in some herbie vibes. LOVE IT ❤️
My goodness, I've probably listened to this quintet a thousand times over but Tony Williams is absolutely devastating as a drummer.. And just when you may think he has only one style -- kinetic -- he reminds you that his skill set covers the entire dynamic range. He was just as profound with his touch on the ballads as he was on the firecrackers.
What an incredible group they were and what otherworldly synergy they had.
The most lethal jazz quintet! Excellent!
Thanks. These men, especially the less than world-famous ones, don't get nearly the respect they deserve. 95% of them never made enough money to feed their families from music alone. The Miles', Herbie's, Wayne's and Carter's of the world are rare.
At least many of them are now receiving the praise they deserved then.
Don't forget about Ron carter! He is killin on this clip
Let's welcome Miles Davis and the Quintet...Wayne Shorter, Ron Carter...what a wonderful Thursday night, on and in and out driving cooker right from the start....
I love this rhythm section so much. One of the greatest, that ability to open up and loosen up but never drop the tempo.
It maybe be considered an acquired taste but once you acquire the taste and have an understanding of what they are doing, you might never go back. Beautiful!
Forget about it. The greatest music in the history of mankind. This is the pinnacle of spontaneous human artistic achievement. And yes, Tony stands out. I'd argue he's the most prodigiously talented musician of the past 100 years.
That ride cymbal! Wow
Truly one the greatest group in modern jazz. Amazing how they can change tempos at a drop of hat and have you wondering how we got here!!!! What an amazing journey!!!!!
Don't forget Tony Williams!
No sé quién es Tony Williams. Sé que está increíblemente acompañado y que suenan increible!!
Tony Williams es el batero. El mas joven del quinteto. (Tal vez en el video tenga entre 19 y 22). Un gran fuerte abrazo.
This is one of my favorite lineups of ALL time. Tony Williams is 17 years old man!!!!
Great memories... Thank you for sharing this.
😂
grazie a te per il commento, a presto
and performed when they were so young. this says it all. inspiring
Tony William is so good, he's drumming is insane
Reading some of these comments brings me memories of my long lfe: I am 88 and I love these music masters since the middle forties! They make me feel that time never passed. Same feelings, same joy and excitment!
benvenuto nel mio canale giovanotto!
Man Tony is KILLIN'!!!!!!!! He took it to a pinnacle. Just makes U feel good to be alive!!!
the dream team..what a lineup
Jeez guys, nothing like just jumping right into it huh?!
Went from silence to mind blowing in zero seconds flat.
Sick, sick groove.
One of the greatest rhythm sections of all time!!
Real they came from another world!!!!
not human, but directed straight to the heart!!
Buddy certamente
This is my favorite quintet of all time. Simply awseome! RIP Miles.
Jazz- at its higest form, is a musical conversation, with each artist offering arguments, discord, and compliment to the discussion. This piece, is a Ph.D dissertation. Seminal atonal work... A+.
This cannot be fifty years ago... this is the future!!!
Tony Williams and Herbie Hancock young as hell in this performance - love it !
Been listening to some Brazilian all night. I had to come here to clear my palette.
I think I I now have the strength to carry on.
Thanks to the people who got their butts out of a chair, produced and recorded this. And to those who share so much wonderful content on the net. There's no excuse for being ignorant these days. It's all there, and free!
one of the greatest quintets in its time!!!
I love the little drum set but with such a full sound with the fluctuations and crazzy ride techniques!
the sound is really awesome!
I wasn't even close to born - Legendary
best rhythm section i can think of.
and they were so young, my god.
miles second great quintet
Herbie Hancock and Tony Williams very young but already with the best : THE BOSS !
I believe that this performance is from later in the 60s. Wayne Shorter didn't join Miles band until 1964 and the tune is Agitation from the album "ESP" recorded in 1965. Possibly from a concert in Stockholm Oct. 31, 1967
indeed. guess Miles first full concert recorded on camera is Milan 11 Oct 1964
The song is "Agitation", and is on the CD "E.S.P.", which was originally recorded on Columbia in January 1965. So the '63 date is almost certainly wrong - also because Shorter didn't join until '65. In his liner notes, Bill Belden sez this was the quintet's signature opener until '69. Incredible performance.
This is awesome! They all make such a statement.
It's hard to argue with this lineup!
DAMN what a combination of great players!
Pure Genius! In my zen while in my chillax mode! Thank you to the poster of this great piece of ART!!!!!
There is a great Columbia collection of Davis from this period (about 61 to 64) with mostly live tracks. It has the silly name, "Miles Davis Greatest Hits." Tracks include 7 Steps, All Blues, Someday My Prince, Walkin, My Funny V, ESP, Round Midnight, So What. Has Coltrane, Hancock, Carter & Williams, Shorter, et al. Really Great!
Slumped over my desk, head in my arms, staring up at Wayne like a kid delighting in a story his grandfather's telling him.
Tony Williams is nuts. That man can play
trhese men are musical masters.they worked to master their instruments.this is humbling... wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!
With all the negative things happening in the world, great art, great music still triumphs.
what a young Tony William in action!
This band was on a whole other level. Just humbling.
Almost 45 years ago and it still doesn't get much better than this. So much creativity, spontaneity and interaction. Wow.
An Absolute treat !!! Thank you so very much for posting.
just loving every second of this performance.
I'm left Speachless......................
Great tuxedos. These guys knew what it meant to have class.
fantastic !!!
should be 277 million views !
ohh well Jazz is the best kept secret in music ..still
I love the way these guys redefined the jazz quintet so that after 45 years, no real innovation has really happened since. Those albums, like Miles Smiles, are still amazingly fresh sounding. Herbie's comp licks at 2:00 AND 3:00 give me chills!
near dam perfection i agree this should be the future
Man Tony Williams was 17 in '63 - lovely stuff!
This is 1967
+TheGurner1 it's not 63, i think this is 1967... at least wayne shorter wasnt apart of this group until 64
Tony Williams is 17 years old! Born 12/12/45. This is 1963!
this is blowing my mind so much that i don't even know that its blowing my mind.
Smokin amazing awesome rare footage.......Woowwwwww R Tullius
Tony Williams, Tony Wilson, Great video, great drumming, The Best baby, Thanks/
Et dire que j'y étais ! après être descendu de Genève à 2 en Vespa, avec la tente canadienne, crevés.le 1er soir juste le temps d'arriver, le second, sacrilège, e suis endormis quelques minutes !! Mais que ce fût beau, et dire que tony à moins de 17 ans, plus jeune que moi,lui se tapais les tournées.Après nous avons vu Miles sur une terrasse en bord de mer avec une belle blonde. Existe une photo connue des ces moments. Merci d'avoir pu vivre tout ca. Merci Google pour ce revival.
One of the greatest bands ever.Tony is absolutely scary on those skins!!!!!!!!!
miles plays like the wind, magical
The song is Agitation, from the album E.S.P.
Greatest rhythm section ever...
It sounds so pure, looks so easily done too.
No Kidding!!! Lots of Heat there!
Wow the sound is very good!
It makes me wonder what Miles told them right before they went out. Ron and Tony are just a hurricane of sound, while Herbie, Miles, and Wayne are completely chill. Very interesting combination.
miles davis was 17... amazing
unbeliavable performance
I think I've made some of these Miles Quintet ytbs faves more than once. I don't care. Everytime I see/hear them, I'm so filled with awe and warmth. That line-up was some kind of magic. But it's also that they were some of the best and ballsiest of that time. They seem telepathic at times 'cause there so in the zone. I'll take 2 of what they had.
ron carter is one awesome dude
@TheViewFromSugarHill I totally agree. What these guys did is untouchable! Miles was going through a major evolution of jazz music. This is learning material for every musician and not material to be criticized...
great sound quality for being live
This group was the first high-profile major label jazz ensemble to embrace some, but certainly not all, of the freer elements that had been introduced to jazz in the few years previous to this music. If one had been raised on bop and blues and rhythm changes, these open forms, free chromaticism and lick-free zones had a lot of appeal. This group did not rehearse, as they wanted their group playing to be of the moment. This aesthetic is now the dominant one is jazz. Find more of their music.MBB
When it cuts to half time it makes me feel cool. haha.
love this and anytin this group blessed - i am not a scholar of sounds but a lover
thank you for posting this jewel ..my son will learn these dudes as so i will i
They deserve an introduction like in NFL games! running down the middle aisle hi-fivin and clappin and stuff. Top tenors of all time Wayne, Trane and Sonny!
very good, excellent presentation!
Look at those honey microphones! Look at that pianer...Neumann and Steinway are a blessing to our ears today if this is what we get to hear.
Tony Williams. OMG. Is his mother in the front row?!
Don't get me wrong Dorkradio, I love Miles Davis. What he did for not only music but for society is profoundly overlooked. A man of true freedom in a place where we are ALL slaves. So before you go running your mouth off with no means other than to make yourself feel good, take a closer look. I meant to give a little more insight to those who might not know much about him.
It says at the top 'Stockholm 1963' but Wayne didn't even join the band until 1964?? Wrong date. Still, great video. My favourite band.
Great to see that Wayne with his current band keeps this quintet's spirit of exploration and adventure - where anybody can contribute all or nothing at any time -alive and well. My favourite type of Jazz.
this is my kind of music real jazz thanks for uploading
I wish I had been there.
WHEN WILL I START PLAYING LIKE TONY
The masters all together
My favorite part is when Wayne pauses at 2:40....great improvising :)
Happy Birthday Miles!
Que chamos tan bellos, Wayne es apenas un carajito y ya tremendo virtuoso. Gracias a todos ellos estudié en Berklee.
absolutely great
Thanks for the music. The correct date is October 31, 1967.
It's cool how such great musicians managed find each other and what they did collectively is simply epic. I wonder if we'll ever have another era like that?
Amazing!
Excellent jazz lounge fare!!
Oh, my! Intense and wonderful!
Uhh, it's amazing they could play such cool, free & energetic music wearing those suits...
this is like a dream team
Herbies calm solo that crosses into the next tune is honestly amazing. What i really admire about these guys, is the fact the kept it going and just played music, they didnt have much small talk just played then fucked off, sick.
ridiculously awesome!