Live-Evil

Live-Evil
Name	Live-Evil
Associated acts	Miles Davis, John McLaughlin, Herbie Hancock

Live-Evil is a live album by Miles Davis, recorded in 1970 and released in 1971 on Columbia Records. The album features Miles Davis on trumpet, John McLaughlin on guitar, Herbie Hancock on keyboards, Keith Jarrett on keyboards, Michael Henderson on bass guitar, Jack DeJohnette on drums, and Airto Moreira on percussion. The album is a fusion of jazz, rock music, and funk music, and features extended improvisations by the band members, including Miles Davis, John McLaughlin, and Herbie Hancock.

Introduction

The album Live-Evil is a testament to the innovative and experimental spirit of Miles Davis and his band, which included John McLaughlin, Herbie Hancock, and Keith Jarrett. The album was recorded live at the Cellar Door in Washington, D.C. and features a mix of original compositions and improvisations, showcasing the band's ability to blend different styles and genres, such as jazz fusion, psychedelic rock, and funk music, with influences from Jimmi Hendrix, The Doors, and Sly and the Family Stone. The album has been praised for its energy and spontaneity, with many considering it one of the greatest live albums of all time, alongside The Allman Brothers Band's At Fillmore East and The Who's Live at Leeds.

History

The album Live-Evil was recorded in December 1970, during a period of great creativity and experimentation for Miles Davis. The band had been touring extensively, and the live performances had become a key part of their music, with influences from The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles. The album was recorded over four nights at the Cellar Door in Washington, D.C., with Miles Davis and his band performing extended sets that featured a mix of original compositions and improvisations, including Miles Davis's own Bitches Brew and A Tribute to Jack Johnson. The album was produced by Teo Macero, who had worked with Miles Davis on several previous albums, including In a Silent Way and Bitches Brew, and featured a range of guest musicians, including Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett, and Airto Moreira.

Discography

The album Live-Evil was released in 1971 on Columbia Records, and has since been re-released several times, including a deluxe edition that features additional tracks and alternate takes, with liner notes by Nat Hentoff and Dan Morgenstern. The album has been praised for its sound quality, which captures the energy and intensity of the live performances, with comparisons to The Band's The Last Waltz and Bob Dylan's Before the Flood. The album features a range of tracks, including Miles Davis's own Sivad and What I Say, as well as improvisations based on Herbie Hancock's Watermelon Man and Keith Jarrett's It's About That Time. The album has been influential in the development of jazz fusion and rock music, with artists such as Frank Zappa, King Crimson, and Weather Report citing it as an inspiration, alongside The Mahavishnu Orchestra and Return to Forever.

Band_Members

The band that recorded Live-Evil featured a range of talented musicians, including Miles Davis on trumpet, John McLaughlin on guitar, Herbie Hancock on keyboards, Keith Jarrett on keyboards, Michael Henderson on bass guitar, Jack DeJohnette on drums, and Airto Moreira on percussion. The band members were all highly skilled and experienced musicians, with a deep understanding of jazz, rock music, and funk music, and had worked with a range of other artists, including Jimmi Hendrix, The Doors, and Sly and the Family Stone. The band's chemistry and camaraderie are evident on the album, with each member contributing their own unique perspective and style to the music, influenced by The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles.

Musical_Style

The music on Live-Evil is a fusion of jazz, rock music, and funk music, with extended improvisations and complex rhythms, influenced by The Mahavishnu Orchestra and Return to Forever. The album features a range of instruments, including trumpet, guitar, keyboards, bass guitar, drums, and percussion, and showcases the band's ability to blend different styles and genres, with comparisons to The Allman Brothers Band's At Fillmore East and The Who's Live at Leeds. The album has been praised for its energy and spontaneity, with many considering it one of the greatest live albums of all time, alongside The Band's The Last Waltz and Bob Dylan's Before the Flood. The album's musical style has been influential in the development of jazz fusion and rock music, with artists such as Frank Zappa, King Crimson, and Weather Report citing it as an inspiration, alongside The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles.

Reception

The album Live-Evil has been widely praised by critics and fans alike, with many considering it one of the greatest live albums of all time, alongside The Allman Brothers Band's At Fillmore East and The Who's Live at Leeds. The album has been praised for its energy and spontaneity, as well as its innovative and experimental approach to music, with influences from The Mahavishnu Orchestra and Return to Forever. The album has been influential in the development of jazz fusion and rock music, with artists such as Frank Zappa, King Crimson, and Weather Report citing it as an inspiration, alongside The Grateful Dead, The Rolling Stones, and The Beatles. The album has been re-released several times, including a deluxe edition that features additional tracks and alternate takes, with liner notes by Nat Hentoff and Dan Morgenstern, and has been recognized as a classic of jazz and rock music by organizations such as the Grammy Awards and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, alongside The Band's The Last Waltz and Bob Dylan's Before the Flood.

Category:Jazz albums Category:Live albums Category:1971 albums