Miles Davis: Miles Davis In Berlin
The classics “Miles(tones)”, “So What” and “Walkin’” were performed at an astonishingly fast pace, the ballads were tender and dreamy. Such a magical atmosphere was rarely evoked at later concerts, which was probably due to the excellent acoustics of the large concert hall. The audience were also seated behind the stage, so Miles couldn’t turn his back provokingly on people; sometimes he just squatted on the stage. However, this didn’t prevent him from performing his solos lyrically and tenderly, most of them finely nuanced, soft and gentle, yet audible right into the furthest corner. The rhythmic structure created by the young drummer Anthony Williams provided the necessary excitement.
Miles at the top of his form, an enthusiastic audience, impressive acoustics and, to top it all, excellent recording technology and a fantastic pressing on virgin vinyl – what more does a jazz fan want? Now’s the time to dig out your credit card!
Recording: September 1964 live at Philharmonic Hall, Berlin, by SFB Radio in mono
Production: Rudy Wolpert
Format: 1LP 180g 33rpm / standard sleeve
This Speakers Corner LP was remastered using pure analogue components only, from the master tapes through to the cutting head. All royalties and mechanical rights have been paid.
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