Miles Electric Band
A ground-breaking twentieth century music icon, Miles Davis inspired the likes of Prince and Michael Jackson. His music lives on through the Miles Electric Band – a ten-member, all-star concert playing Easter Saturday 15 April.
Expect a funk explosion when the Miles Electric Band hits Australia for the first time, performing music from the influential 1969-1975 era. Musicians who played with Davis during this seminal period feature in the line-up, including bassist Daryl Jones (The Rolling Stones, Sting) and Blackbyrd McKnight (Parliament).
The impressive collection of Miles Davis alumni in the concert also includes Robert Irving III on piano, noted percussionist Munyungo Jackson, and Grammy winners Christian Scott on trumpet and Vince Wilburn Jr. (Davis’ nephew) on drums. Davis’ long time keyboardist John Beasley also plays with the band.
Also featuring turntablist DJ Logic (The Roots) on the decks, saxophonist Antoine Roney, who's toured the world with jazz veterans Freddie Hubbard and Elvin Jones, and accomplished world musician Debasish Chaudhuri will be on tabla.
Together creating one of the greatest rhythm section line-ups ever assembled in this country has ever seen, the Miles Electric Band will be a fitting tribute to the grandfather of jazz.
“Despite boasting a host of bandleaders in the ranks, the group played with restraint and vibe over histrionics keeping the brew on simmer...” – Downbeat Magazine
”Everyone rocked and socked, and it wasn’t nostalgic in the least” – Daily Variety
Note: Full price tickets are for a double pass. Members may select single tickets.
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Absolutely amazing
Not what I was expecting.
Not what I was expecting. Possibly a different time in Miles Davis career, not one that I particularly enjoyed.
Very good but a little too way out for me
Not what we were expecting, but still a great show in the end. The whole ensemble were great!
great show and music
Very talented musicians, enjoyed the evening.
Amazing show was very surprised turned out to be an amazing night thanks x
It wasn't really my cup of tea. I found it a bit strange that there was no talking or singing.
These musicians channelled the genius of Miles Davis.
Great performance.
First time and was most enjoyable
Very different type of show but amazing talented performers
Not really my bag. One song seemed to go for about 45 minutes. I admired their talent, but I can cross "Have been to Jazz Concert" off my list for good.
Amazing musicians but not my prefaced genre
Great performance from very talented musicians!
caters to a very specific taste in music. Each player was absolutely fantastic.
Great night
Amazing show, an awesome jam fest! It was like being in the best jazz clubs in Chicago or New York. The musicians and how they all interacted together a great collaboration!
Great band, very talented musicians
electric
Enjoyable night with great music.
Enjoyable
Great instrumentalists
Good have engaged a bit more with audience
Although each individual musician was fantastic together they sounded like a jumbled mess. The trumpet player was good
Top musicians performing funky funky music - whats not to like . 5 stars from me
Very interesting
Great night, the band was "hot"
Extraordinary musicianship, but it didn't quite "gel" together. Great chance to experience something outside my normal zone.
Very enjoyable, though loud at times. But talented musicians, all of them. Really enjoyed the solo performances.
Enjoyable performance
Amazing performance, highly recommended.
Excellent musicianship from these extremely accomplished artists!
Great
I love jazz/blues, but this was so boring - they just appeared to be jamming amongst themselves. The music itself, whilst excellent, was very repetitive and not very engaging. When we walked out, there were a number of other people who were complaining just like us. Pity we were looking forward to the night. Never mind.
Enjoyable evening with talented musicians.
I'm not really a jazz person but I like to broaden my horizons. I enjoyed the night, with what were clearly talented musicians, but it probably still isn't really my thing.
fantastic music, venue & music ...
Absolutely brilliant musicians! Challenged the audience to be in the moment and let traditional concepts go, which was no easy feat at the outset. As the concert progressed and the energy built one began to understand that we were witnessing a little slice of musical heaven as various players layered their sound one upon the other to forge a mesmerising evening of pure Jazz.
The band was accomplished but some of the solos were too pyrotechnical for my liking. I prefer melodic improvisation with more space and taste.I enjoyed listening to the trumpet player.
Being a new comer to Jazz and only having a brief understanding of Miles Davis's music (which is complex to say the least), I was unsure of what to expect. I was pretty much blown away by the end of the night. (The concert started a little slow for some, but just kept building on the vibes.) This is a very cool band.
Good jazz requires a comfortable venue and we certainly had that. Skilled musicians who gave us the chance to take what we would from their performance. I was surprised they weren't on stage until after 9pm at a 8pm show but patience brings its rewards.
Fantazztic
On for the true jazz aficionados I think. Whilst I could appreciate the beautiful venue and the evident talent of the collection of individuals comprising the band, I was less enamoured by the extensive solos that dominated the evening #bandsthatplaytogetherstaytogether
Clearly talented players, a little overly electric for my taste at times. The style isn't for everyone but I greatly appreciated the opportunity to attend.
Great performance!
Phenomenal riffs from legendary musicians!
Sensational show, the best I've been to in many years. What a privilege to see this band. Cannot recommend highly enough.
When listening to every musician's solo it is clear they all great. However there were no harmony of music for us while playing together .
Truly amazing performance.Should not be missed if you like this sort of thing.
Amazing show with a chilling atmosphere. Highly recommended!! Never got to Bluesfest this year so great to be able to get a little taste
Such a brilliant show. The atmosphere was electric.