In July 1991, just a few months before his death, Miles Davis performed at France's Vienne Jazz Festival with the Miles Davis Group. He had just been awarded a knighthood in France's Legion of Honour with French culture minister Jack Long who described him as "the Picasso of jazz." Now, that historic performance is being released for the very first time.
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Merci Miles! Live At Vienne Davis’ captures the world’s most celebrated trumpeter in fine form. The immaculate set includes features a rendition of Michael Jackson's "Human Nature" (watch below), along with "Penetration" and "Jailbait," both penned by Prince, with whom he had a mutual admiration and friendship.
Miles Davis | “Human Nature” [Vienne Jazz Festival, 1991]
Merci Miles! Live At Vienne is due out on June 25 via Rhino Records, and comes as part of the label’s Black Music Month series. In a statement discussing the project, Rhino said: “These influential Black artists paved the musical highways for generations to come – leading cultural, social, and political revolutions that still ring true in 2021. In June, Rhino Records will celebrate the legends – including Davis – that touched our hearts and soul while paving the way for the music of today.”
The upcoming release will be available as a two-CD set, a double vinyl LP, and available on all digital download and streaming services. The collection features liner notes by music historian, journalist, and producer Ashley Kahn and art designed by Bruno Tilley. Pre-order, here.
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Track Listing:
1. “Hannibal”
2. “Human Nature”
3. “Time after Time”
4. “Penetration”
5. “Wrinkle”
6. “Amandla”
7. “Jailbait”
8. Untitled finale – the Miles Davis Group only
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