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Track Listings
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| 1. Agitation - Miles Davis | |||
| 2. Footprints - Miles Davis | |||
| 3. Round Midnight - Miles Davis | |||
| 4. No Blues - Miles Davis | |||
| 5. Riot - Miles Davis | |||
| 6. On Green Dolphin Street - Miles Davis | |||
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| Disc: 2 | |||
| 1. Agitation | |||
| 2. Footprints | |||
| 3. Round Midnight | |||
| 4. No Blues | |||
| 5. Masqualero | |||
| 6. Agitation | |||
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| Disc: 3 | |||
| 1. Round Midnight | |||
| 2. No Blues | |||
| 3. Masqualero | |||
| 4. I Fall In Love Too Easily | |||
| 5. Riot | |||
| 6. Walkin | |||
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Editorial Reviews
In the 1960s Miles Davis toured Europe several times with some of the greatest bands he ever led. As the first title in a projected series of boxed sets Sony/Legacy introduces MILES DAVIS QUINTET - Live In Europe 1967 - The Bootleg Series Vol.1 featuring Miles Davis Second Great Quintet featuring WAYNE SHORTER, HERBIE HANCOCK, RON CARTER and TONY WILLIAMS -- arguably the single greatest small group ensemble in jazz history.
The recordings from their 1967 European tour are some of the only existing documentation of the band performing compositions from the extraordinary series of studio albums they made between 1965-1967 -- E.S.P., Miles Smiles, Sorcerer and Nefertiti. Now fans can hear live versions of Agitation (from E.S.P.), Footprints" and "Gingerbread Boy ( from Miles Smiles), Masquelero" (from Sorcerer ) and Riot" (from Nefertiti); PLUS, Miles revisits some of the earlier classics he had been performing for years -- Round Midnight , On Green Dolphin Street , I Fall In Love Too Easily and No Blues -- all in strikingly different interpretations from the original studio versions. Seeing this band in action only further emphasizes their near supernatural rapport!
DVD Track listing:1. Agitation, 2. Footprints, 3. I Fall In Love Too Easily, 4. Walkin , 5. Gingerbread Boy, 6. The Theme, 7. Agitation, 8. Footprints
9. Round Midnight, 10. Gingerbread Boy, 11. The Theme
The recordings from their 1967 European tour are some of the only existing documentation of the band performing compositions from the extraordinary series of studio albums they made between 1965-1967 -- E.S.P., Miles Smiles, Sorcerer and Nefertiti. Now fans can hear live versions of Agitation (from E.S.P.), Footprints" and "Gingerbread Boy ( from Miles Smiles), Masquelero" (from Sorcerer ) and Riot" (from Nefertiti); PLUS, Miles revisits some of the earlier classics he had been performing for years -- Round Midnight , On Green Dolphin Street , I Fall In Love Too Easily and No Blues -- all in strikingly different interpretations from the original studio versions. Seeing this band in action only further emphasizes their near supernatural rapport!
DVD Track listing:1. Agitation, 2. Footprints, 3. I Fall In Love Too Easily, 4. Walkin , 5. Gingerbread Boy, 6. The Theme, 7. Agitation, 8. Footprints
9. Round Midnight, 10. Gingerbread Boy, 11. The Theme
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108 of 120 people found the following review helpful
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Three discs-62,64,72 minutes each approximately. The sound is good, with good separation between the instruments, except the bass which is recorded/mixed a bit low in the music. The DVD is about 1 hour long. This is the same DVD released as part of the 2009 70 CD package of Davis' music, and it gives you a feel for the depth of playing from consummate musicians in this band. The discs are snapped inside a quad-fold wallet style cardboard holder. The 26 page booklet is loose inside the package-there's no "slot" for it, and it could easily fall out. There's an essay by Ashley Kahn, who has written about Davis, Coltrane, and other jazz greats. There's also a number of period b & w photos throughout the booklet. Track information is printed on the back of the package-some details in very small font-and also inside the booklet.
This has been a fine summer/fall for music, with the GRATEFUL DEAD releasing a 73 CD, Europe '72 package, the 4 CD Jimi Hendrix at Winterland compilation, and now this release from Miles Davis. It's also interesting that each of these groups had something in common-namely to push music somewhere new, exciting, and different.
This music, by Davis' second great band, was recorded in Europe while the band was part of the "Newport Jazz Festival in Europe" package. Also performing were Gary Burton, Archie Shepp, Thelonious Monk, Sarah Vaughan, and others. This music by Davis' band has been bootlegged for years, so it's nice to hear an officially sanctioned release with good sound. If you've heard "Winter In Europe 1967", or the massive but fine "Live at the Plugged Nickel" set, then you have an idea in what direction this music is going.
Davis and the band were looking to play jazz in a new direction-"Even we didn't know where it was all going to. And every night I would have to react". As Davis has said about this band. Gone were the standard jazz changes-this band played a cooler, more abstract music, while still based in the blues. The band plays with a combination of logic, trust, and emotion. While the basic melody was used, Davis was playing in a more modal style. Even the format had changed-Davis would now blend the end of one song into the next, with no formal start or stop. His playing is lively and intelligent, and contains a lot of excitement. Shorter's sax, with a debt to Coltrane, was emotional and intelligent. Hancock could play anything from swing to be-bop, to this new style of jazz-listen to his piano playing, from rapid notes to delicate fills. Carter was an intelligent, sensitive bassist, and Williams (still a teenager) was a powerhouse drummer, who drove the band, yet could play with great finesse-listen to his cymbal work. George Wein (producer-"Newport Jazz Festival in Europe") was right when he said, "That group was not ahead of it's time. They were the time".
A number of these compositions are perfect examples of this new style. Listen to "Agitation", "Footprints", or even a well played tune like "Round Midnight", and you will hear a band that changed the music every night. Davis has said the band would discuss their playing every night (sometimes all night) and that the music changed every night-everything was in flux. But this band had a rhythm section that played as a single unit, and was a perfect foundation for both Shorter and Davis.
Having the chance to hear several compositions played throughout the tour is a chance to hear how the music did change every night. Something you might hear one night is gone the next. And in it's place is something else new-and that might disappear the next night. And that's what makes this box set so valuable, so exciting. Not only is the music first rate, but it's played differently in every composition. This band played so intuitively-both as a group and individually, that the music still swung, still had emotion, even when playing in uncharted waters. A number of tracks are lengthy, which gives the band time to expand and explore the music, especially in front of a European audience, who appreciate jazz on a level far higher than in the U.S. Can you imagine what it must have been like to walk into a concert hall, knowing you're about to hear one of the best groups in jazz history, to actually watch these artists, as they laid out this music in front of you-live in the moment? The DVD accompanying this set is, unfortunately not as well done as most would like. It's simply not up to most fans standards. It does give a good idea of what the looked and sounded like, but the quality, from TV station tapes, isn't all that great. But for me the music portion of this release is the most important.
This is one of the most exciting bands Davis ever had. And now with this set, we can hear the proof of that. This music was a living thing-it moved and morphed constantly. And with a band like this, the music was never less than good, and was, at it's best, some of the finest jazz in the world. Just sit back and listen to Davis solo, or Hancock, or Shorter, or Williams, or (occasionally) Carter, and you'll hear jazz at it's best.
This has been a fine summer/fall for music, with the GRATEFUL DEAD releasing a 73 CD, Europe '72 package, the 4 CD Jimi Hendrix at Winterland compilation, and now this release from Miles Davis. It's also interesting that each of these groups had something in common-namely to push music somewhere new, exciting, and different.
This music, by Davis' second great band, was recorded in Europe while the band was part of the "Newport Jazz Festival in Europe" package. Also performing were Gary Burton, Archie Shepp, Thelonious Monk, Sarah Vaughan, and others. This music by Davis' band has been bootlegged for years, so it's nice to hear an officially sanctioned release with good sound. If you've heard "Winter In Europe 1967", or the massive but fine "Live at the Plugged Nickel" set, then you have an idea in what direction this music is going.
Davis and the band were looking to play jazz in a new direction-"Even we didn't know where it was all going to. And every night I would have to react". As Davis has said about this band. Gone were the standard jazz changes-this band played a cooler, more abstract music, while still based in the blues. The band plays with a combination of logic, trust, and emotion. While the basic melody was used, Davis was playing in a more modal style. Even the format had changed-Davis would now blend the end of one song into the next, with no formal start or stop. His playing is lively and intelligent, and contains a lot of excitement. Shorter's sax, with a debt to Coltrane, was emotional and intelligent. Hancock could play anything from swing to be-bop, to this new style of jazz-listen to his piano playing, from rapid notes to delicate fills. Carter was an intelligent, sensitive bassist, and Williams (still a teenager) was a powerhouse drummer, who drove the band, yet could play with great finesse-listen to his cymbal work. George Wein (producer-"Newport Jazz Festival in Europe") was right when he said, "That group was not ahead of it's time. They were the time".
A number of these compositions are perfect examples of this new style. Listen to "Agitation", "Footprints", or even a well played tune like "Round Midnight", and you will hear a band that changed the music every night. Davis has said the band would discuss their playing every night (sometimes all night) and that the music changed every night-everything was in flux. But this band had a rhythm section that played as a single unit, and was a perfect foundation for both Shorter and Davis.
Having the chance to hear several compositions played throughout the tour is a chance to hear how the music did change every night. Something you might hear one night is gone the next. And in it's place is something else new-and that might disappear the next night. And that's what makes this box set so valuable, so exciting. Not only is the music first rate, but it's played differently in every composition. This band played so intuitively-both as a group and individually, that the music still swung, still had emotion, even when playing in uncharted waters. A number of tracks are lengthy, which gives the band time to expand and explore the music, especially in front of a European audience, who appreciate jazz on a level far higher than in the U.S. Can you imagine what it must have been like to walk into a concert hall, knowing you're about to hear one of the best groups in jazz history, to actually watch these artists, as they laid out this music in front of you-live in the moment? The DVD accompanying this set is, unfortunately not as well done as most would like. It's simply not up to most fans standards. It does give a good idea of what the looked and sounded like, but the quality, from TV station tapes, isn't all that great. But for me the music portion of this release is the most important.
This is one of the most exciting bands Davis ever had. And now with this set, we can hear the proof of that. This music was a living thing-it moved and morphed constantly. And with a band like this, the music was never less than good, and was, at it's best, some of the finest jazz in the world. Just sit back and listen to Davis solo, or Hancock, or Shorter, or Williams, or (occasionally) Carter, and you'll hear jazz at it's best.
34 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By Scott McWade
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
this is my new winner. First off, the DVD is just the proverbial icing, and it's from different shows than the CDs, somebody cared to do this right. I loved the Highlights disc from The Plugged Nickel, even though Miles was not playing his best, the band still sounded inspired. Two years down the road, the inspiration is still flowing and Miles' technical facilities are back in full force. New material, at this point is like a fresh breathe and the "live" factor ups the ante considerably. These tunes, Agitation, Footprints, Riot, Masqualero, Gingerbread Boy are OK in their studio versions but "live" they're juggernauts, jumping off points for a band finding inspiration in the elasticity of the material. The tunes often flow one into another until you're completely lost in their quest for something original. IMHO This new release is the best example of Miles' great 2nd quintet at their apex, at a reasonable price and a great way to kick off this series. Now, if they could only find a place to store the booklet, we'll be all set. I marvel at how many jazz bands try to emulate the sound of this band, today. This is the source of that wellspring.
32 of 38 people found the following review helpful
By Peter Feng
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Columbia has done mostly a good job of repackaging Miles Davis in authoritative boxsets that are more-or-less complete. These 3 CD's improve on bootleg CD's in sound quality and completeness (the first two Paris tracks have never been issued).
But the DVD of the Karlsruhe performance features four compositions (plus "the theme"), while another DVD issue of this concert also includes a 9:16 performance of "Walkin'" (and a few seconds of Hancock's piano intro to "On Green Dolphin Street"), as does the big kitchen-sink Miles Davis Columbia box set. I understand that the estate of Richard Carpenter (not Karen's brother) demanded big bucks and Sony/Columbia wouldn't play ball. So be it, but you'll not find a word about this anywhere in the package. Note that "I Fall in Love Too Easily" is the only performance that was not edited for the TV broadcast that Columbia used for the DVD. There's no legit issue of this full concert.)
I'm very glad to have this package, and I'm glad Columbia has issued music in a systematic fashion (even if it means I've purchased KIND OF BLUE in at least five formats) -- but it's still disappointing that Columbia has not done this right. Funny, I just noticed that the credits at the end of the DVD, apparently from the 2009 box set, do list "Walkin' written by Richard Carpenter" -- oops.
But the DVD of the Karlsruhe performance features four compositions (plus "the theme"), while another DVD issue of this concert also includes a 9:16 performance of "Walkin'" (and a few seconds of Hancock's piano intro to "On Green Dolphin Street"), as does the big kitchen-sink Miles Davis Columbia box set. I understand that the estate of Richard Carpenter (not Karen's brother) demanded big bucks and Sony/Columbia wouldn't play ball. So be it, but you'll not find a word about this anywhere in the package. Note that "I Fall in Love Too Easily" is the only performance that was not edited for the TV broadcast that Columbia used for the DVD. There's no legit issue of this full concert.)
I'm very glad to have this package, and I'm glad Columbia has issued music in a systematic fashion (even if it means I've purchased KIND OF BLUE in at least five formats) -- but it's still disappointing that Columbia has not done this right. Funny, I just noticed that the credits at the end of the DVD, apparently from the 2009 box set, do list "Walkin' written by Richard Carpenter" -- oops.
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On Fire
One of the greatest bands in music play with an incendiary clairvoyance that will have you wishing you were there. Read more
Published 1 month ago by bigheadsue
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good collection
This 3 cds and a dvd of the same songs on different nights. Nice live jazz album. I' would recommend it,
Published 1 month ago by J. Jones
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the classic mid-sixties miles davis at the pinnacle of their powers,,,and live, to boot! The advantage for us is the dazzling treatment of the same songs, the variety of approaches... Read more
Published 2 months ago by christopher cogley
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Additional tracks from one of the best groups put together by Miles
This recording was terrific and, in my opinion, represents Miles at his best. No need to say more. The DVD just added one more bonus to this fantastic package.
Published 2 months ago by paul hollinger
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Good
Product worked well. Wait time was minimal. The package and content were in good condition. i'd recommend to all my family and friends.
Published 3 months ago by starbaze1
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was a gift
This was purchased as a gift and was well received and enjoyed. The package is well put together and the addition of a dvd makes it better
Published 4 months ago by JAF
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing recording
One of the greatest groups of all time in their prime. Came from England must faster than advertised as well.
Published 7 months ago by Bawambi
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What can you say****Miles Davis at his best
CD + DVD of early 60's European tour with the best Quintet ever. This is another must have piece for any jazz collection. DVD is dynamite. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Big Woody
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great classic live Miles quintet
This was a grouping that I always wished I could hear more recordings of. I always wonder how many other great gigs are stored away in a vault somewhere?
Published 9 months ago by R. A. Hoke
5.0 out of 5 stars
truly essential for any jazz fan
Other reviewers have stated beautifully how important and fantastic the music in this set is.
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Published 10 months ago by M. Bauer
Listmania!
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