Chris Potter takes one of the maybe greatest solos of all time

[@enriquegonzalez4664]

That rythm section are the waves Chris so elegantly rides like a maniac

[@TWO20]

I Just got an image in my head I never want to forget😂😂😂

[@intuneorange]

Steve Nelson should be acknowledged for His great playing.

[@JavierMartinez-rz4vc]

That men is the secret weapon ,.. very interesting chord / solo phrasing

[@richzimmerman4010]

I saw this band at an art museum in Buffalo, NY when Prime Directive came out.The venue was sold out when we got there so we just walked in and tried to fake like we had tickets (broke college kids /whatever). After they kicked us out we just sat on the ground next to the venue entrance and listened. During a pause some kind usher or manger came over and said that if we were gonna sit on the ground we might as well sit up next to the stage and watch the show. It sounded just like this. This music was over my head at the time, I just knew it was great. We stayed after and talked to the guys as they packed up, they were the usual jazz cats done with their gig and were gracious to let us hang. I bought all of Dave's and Chris's albums after that and have listened to this album and tune 1000s of times and have been influenced by Chris's playing in so many ways, not too mention Robin who is killer on the whole thing (everybody is). Thanks for the memory! Time to practice.

[@paxwallacejazz]

I love that story. I have one similar except it was his Kenny Wheeler band with Steve Coleman and Smitty Smith.

[@answersquestioned]

Remarkable. And boy, what a responsive band. They're really there with him, every step in the buildup of that amazing solo. That's what a great team does for ya.

[@oborojin]

This guy gets it.

[@frederikmarohn6358]

Like my piano teacher said to our combo: "you job is to make everyone else sound better"

[@StephenAntKneeBk5]

I can hear Mingus and Art Blakey saying, "yeah, that's it."

[@ivolime]

hey stephen! id love to hear more of mingus, what do you recommend?

[@alfiecoates168]

@@ivolime the Ah-Um album was his best received work. The Black Saint and the Sinner lady is a *bit* less accessible but might be up your street if you're listening to this. I actually recommend listening to his stuff with Bud Powell and Charlie Parker if you want to get a better idea of him as a bassist rather than a composer.

[@ivolime]

@@alfiecoates168 excellent, alfie! i really aprecciate your advices. gonna hear it for sure

[@Misteure6heure]

You can hear them "Moanin' " maybe ?

[@nemesiszer0708]

You sir, are a paranoid schizophrenic

[@connordennhardt9133]

This is one of those songs you hear in your dreams and can't possibly believe it exists

[@Cowcodude]

Gotta love jazz musicians. Rips a nearly 9 minute solo, the crowd erupts into applause, and just a wee nod back.

[@tubo777]

Mr. Holland´s smile during the solo says it all, he knows he´s watching something out of this world happening

[@T.H.W.O.T.H]

You can't really separate the solo from the ensemble - the whole thing is terrifically exciting. thnx!

[@JeffWhiteMedia]

Chris Potter never disappoints, that's for certain! Wow, what an incredible musician. I think he's only about 31-years-old in this video, sheesh.

[@theodordalseth7877]

is that a joke? look up 14 year old chris potter moments notice

[@jamesgeng2213]

Everyone knows about potter at 14 Lmao

[@雑草雑草-c8y]

discord.gg/XAQWgYU

[@bobmichelle]

and I'm here, practicing my Autumn Leaves arpeggios...

[@rienbutter]

Me 2 and still wrestling with my sound

[@Ricardosousa1324]

Chris potter was in that phase too, keep working and believe in yourself

[@groyourownathome-howtogrow6238]

17 years later and still one of the best on KZbin. This is just outstanding. Holland is always right there. What fun it would be to play in this band.

[@rmns1234]

Dave Holland and Billy Kilson, a match made in heaven.

[@ktrethewey]

It’s always a dangerous claim to make, but in Chris Potter’s case it’s possible. He is probably the No 1 tenor player at the present and this is a fine example of why that is probably true. Well done for putting it out there, Jazz Awesomness.

[@groyourownathome-howtogrow6238]

This should have a million views.

[@anidemolimacnauj]

Jazz is not exactly popular

[@baldrick1485]

It has.

[@ransommccafferty3138]

This drummer is legendary

[@groyourownathome-howtogrow6238]

The rhythm section, my God.

[@oober349]

Real ones recognize Steve Nelson’s solo could get its own video

[@meanmrbean8641]

Dave Holland sounds so friggin good here it’s criminal

[@poemsandplaypieces]

That was utterly thrilling. What a solo! What a band! ❤❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@juxtaposeism]

That escalated quickly... great stuff The whole band is great, I love the sound of the vibraphone. Very bell-like and distinct. And Dave Holland is always a force to reckon with.

[@stevencantor4241]

this is indeed a great solo. but dave and billy provide such a fantastic launching pad for his explorations....and always helping to provide him with comfortable landings.....

[@SuperBromberg]

yeah, 'coz they mind their business

[@SonofGalahad]

What a stunner; that the group was on him with extraordinary telepathy put Potter in ideal light. Kilson is stepping out in the most fantastic ways on the vibe solo too.

[@ktrethewey]

With Michael Brecker sadly departed, Chris Potter is now the No 1 living saxophone player. No question.

[@rienbutter]

Yup! Don’t think that will change for a long time. He is on a whole other plane

[@silver1788]

There are many living legends Kenny Garret, Joshua Redman, Patrick Bartley… Though Chris is definitely up there no doubt (Also im not a saxophonist so i can’t really judge the technical abilities of these guys so take my comment with a grain of salt)

[@johnsweenie]

@@silver1788from a technical standpoint Chris Potter is terrifying to almost every saxophonist alive. Except probably Joe Lovano, he’s on another plane

[@TheMusicalEvents]

Greatest solo of all times ... I don't know, but great it is. But the real herio of this performance for me is the drummer. Amazing work he does...

[@bigtay522]

I could listen to those drums all day.

[@radiobrain94]

reminds me a lot of the vibes on "Evolution" by Grachan Moncur III with Tony Williams Bobby Hutcherson Lee Morgan Jackie McClean and Bob Cranshaw, freaky fluid space jazz druids

[@dexww378]

I recently had the honor of meeting Chris on his circuits tour. I gotta say there’s no way this even compares to a live show.

[@DanTheMailman330]

Saw this very group in 1999 at a Harrisburg PA hotel conference room venue while in college. Had to drive there from Ohio. Was worth every mile...

[@D7flat5]

I wasn't expecting that it ACTUALLY would be one of the greatest solos of all time (much as I always love Chris Potter) but it most definitely is! I saw this band at the Barbican in London at around this time - what a gig!

[@louisvillechimneyrepair676]

if you are ready for this moment, you are the lucky ones. I came to love each instrument MORE through this expedition. Gratitude is all I have.

[@renauddommergue7671]

Chris Potter is the best ! Thanks for this solo !!!

[@harseybaber]

Love it all!!! One of the greatest solos, sure and the drumming is otherworldly. Thanks for some of the best 16 minutes of my life!

[@jimmckeon1129]

Dave Holland picks great sax players and even better drummers

[@roybissell9670]

Not sure, he plays with Jack and Al Foster but often has busy non-swingers.

[@Joshualbm]

I love how Billy Kilson sways in half-time to what he's playing.

[@rhinoceruss]

Well, after accumulating literally days worth of recordings and bootlegs of Chris' playing, I believe you are right! I'm speechless. Great time to practice!

[@reh331]

You gotta love Dave watching Potter work. Ear to ear grin. If not the strongest tenor player of our generation, then certainly in the very select few. Damn, ,he's good.

[@jputterman26]

Steve is not the technician or structured soloist Chris is. Chris is not the innovator Steve is. I love them both, and both will be important parts of the canon 100 years from now, while many other mentioned here won't.

[@hdavis01]

I agree. Chris has been a favorite of mine for quite some time. His intonation, tone quality and improvisation is right up there with my all time favorite, the late great Michael Brecker. Steve Coleman is right there with these two greats. One thing I love about all three of them is that they have the feel and sound of John Coltrane but enhanced his classic form into their own unique styles.

[@ajn465]

Thank God we still have musicians playing at a high-level like this.

[@duncancofell8960]

Steve Coleman is quite skilled no doubt, but I wouldn't say he's far beyond Coltrane, Potter or Brecker. I'd say he's around their levels perhaps, but Brecker in particular is in an entirely different league then any of these guys.

[@SuperBromberg]

very nicely said, Jeff!

[@JJ_Photo]

Really like his sound in that period! A bit darker and warm.

[@cab88888]

Agreed. He played his silver Selmer Balanced Action from 1947. Now he's been playing a Mark VI for years, very different.

[@rienbutter]

@@cab88888yeah sounds brighter now. Beautiful but I prefer his sounds in this clip

[@64dartgt273]

I'm so glad this moment was recorded! Incredible energy!

[@zibberebbiz]

I think this is my favorite song ever. Everything is 100% on. The horns are best friends, the percussion is going nuts in the background, and the bass is just like honey in my ears. And there is also a vibraphone.

[@edwinedwards6796]

Dave got that look on his face that says this is a moment in time.

[@michaeldean9338]

That damn opening of Holland's sets this up just right, doesn't it? One my favorite bassist.

[@Starclimber]

So amazing. Saw this lineup way back then, and it's all just... like what the actual f is Kilson tearing out of the universe's a'hole at times? And Dave grinning the while. Just completely awesome.

[@jimvandermaas1241]

Love the expression on Dave Holland's face. You can tell he is enjoying it. Wish this group was still together. Best jazz group since Miles mid sixties quintet.

[@primetimeny1]

Jim Vander Maas つてくぅ

[@lewisnelken1966]

My favorite part is when they swing the melody after the solos. Woah boy

[@c.mccool1123]

Oh yeah, awesome change.

[@nycitalianess7825]

Wow Pow!! What a Transport!! Chris Potter's solos are always a stunning surprise! Amazing with Dave Holland et al! Much Thanks!!

[@jputterman26]

You all sleep on Steve Nelson's solo? That's the shit right there. Pure music.

[@cezmiyarimkaya7877]

Well said.

[@intuneorange]

Yes yes Nelson brings the magic

[@independentmind1977]

Billy Kilson....gawd damn man!

[@otrie]

Whadda solo!!! Chris is Locked into the rhythm section like he's keeping tempo. Incredibly creative!!! Where his sound might suffer he sure makes it up in sheer jazz nuance and technique.

[@holygroove2]

Otrie Barrett Jr Well said. The art of group improvisation seems to be lost to this generation. This group is very sensitive and supportive simultaneously.

[@jputterman26]

Where his sound might suffer? I had to suffer reading that stupid phrase.

[@elliemay1748]

He's a pretty good drummer and piano player, even better than a lot of professionals I know. It's kind of insane. That's what helps make his time so good. And his sound is amazing... this recording doesn't do it justice.

[@John2E0GTU]

I saw them at Cheltenham Jazz Festival that year. Mr Potter played some staggering solos. One of my favourite shows ever.

[@mangalarobertwatling9168]

In my opinion, we all know what that is worth, "greatest solo", and "all time" are pontless measuring sticks. As J. G. is purported to have said "the best one is the next one" or something like that. I'm glad someone included John Coltrane's Wise One below but even that is not the greatest of all time. All time isn't over yet. Thanks.

[@mangalarobertwatling9168]

We all know what my opinion is worth is what I meant to say. Sorry.

[@swingmanic]

Holland and Potter just ripping it!!!!!!Awesome!!!!!!!!

[@jazz_addict7079]

I was fortunate enough to catch this group three times. . .

[@TehWinnerz]

His solo from Claressence is another brilliant one. From Dave's double album on ECM called....um...something that escapes me right now

[@marcojp94]

Extended Play Live at Birdland!

[@giac7baci]

You’d think the vibes solo is boring after potter does his thing but if you listen carefully it’s quite terrific actually, he’s just taking his time ya heard?

[@Ibradrums]

My fav solo is in The Balence with Dave Hoollande Quintet. Still he's always amazing and surprising

[@brucelaudenberger8056]

To my ear, this was on a level above anything since Coltrane's free jazz period. Potter is usually predictable, but his solo here is pure, raw energy communicated to the listener. All musicians in the group are feeling his vibe! Great video man!

[@hyperchronicxlc]

I’m gonna disagree with you on the opinion that Potter is usually predictable. I actually find him to be one of the better line creators we’ve seen. He’s an endless fountain of creativity, this guy!

[@johenaost4]

This man is a fabulous saxo player, this chorus is one of the best i never heard

[@docbobster]

Somewhere up in heaven John Coltrane and John Gilmore are grinning ear to ear.

[@groyourownathome-howtogrow6238]

Wonderful arrangement. Love the change and leading up to it at about 12:45. Classic. Perfect.

[@lopezb]

Simply wonderful.

[@bigtay522]

Just such an alluring performance, where did those sixteen minutes go.

[@giac7baci]

Haven’t seen this video in a while and it randomly popped into my head and Its still as thrilling as when I first saw it! Man the whole ensemble is just superb and on their A game, definitely have to mention the drummer though sheeesh that’s a bad moths shut yo mouth

[@musicmaan100]

".. his ideas and execution and flow as an improviser is really at a level that I have rarely seen before. I have often commented that Gary Burton and Ornette Coleman were two guys I played with who really stood out for the way they seemed to be bottomless pits of ideas in their own respective ways. Chris rivals that to me. He can just go on and on, deeper and deeper, and all with that amazing sound. He is one of the greatest musicians I have ever been around”. - Pat Metheny

[@davidscott1052]

maybe it is .maybe it ain't but it's damn good !! when I hear this i wonder what my fav sax player would do ..and he is the divine Joel Frahm

[@cdmackay2012]

This was an awesome tune and great solo - Great Base and drums real Jazz

[@throsturv]

Fantastic solo and the bass player is AWESOME!

[@jayumble8390]

Whoa...........................no words.............Thank you!!!

[@jeffreystark75]

I'll being watching a lot more Chris Potter videos.He crushed it here.Everyone was awsome.

[@coreywilcoxmusic]

Dont Forget About my Mentor Robin Eubanks!

[@rextrumpet]

AMAZING. It's hard to argue with your assessment! One of the baddest things I've ever heard.

[@ChrisBandyJazz]

love the 21/16 time signature!

[@Misteure6heure]

XD

[@UkuleleAversion]

I was feeling it as 7/4 but I was focusing on Dave Holland's bass lines

[@Misteure6heure]

It's 7/4 and a part in 4/4

[@christophertown7136]

Why are they all wearing office casual?

[@gladstone6338]

They all got the memo?

[@DanTheMailman330]

It was the late 90s, strange times...

[@sashafrancis-murray6963]

@@DanTheMailman330 this was in 2002 what are yo talking about? haha

[@DanTheMailman330]

@@sashafrancis-murray6963 the same group toured through the late 90s and early 2000s. I saw this Dave Holland band after their first album came out in 1998, I think. I don't mean this particular concert.

[@CoreaKixx420]

If you would like to hear another epic sax solo from Chris, punch up "West of Hollywood" from Steely Dan. It's extraordinary!!

[@michaelechteld]

Fantastic.

[@TheArchiveOfWonder]

Big words but Chris is a master so I knew it couldn't be far from the truth.

[@swampdweller5]

Incrèdible! Thanks for sharing....

[@chrishenson4450]

You know, people throw out phrases like "absolute best!" and "my favorite!" and so on like candy from a hungover Christmas parade Santa. But this is, unquestionably, one of the maybe greatest solos of all time - as advertised.

[@waynebrown5211]

...one of the greatest solos of all time-no doubt! Chris goes way beyond awesome! Helps to play with a great band, too.

[@FernandoPereira]

Heard them live in Philly on that tour (at sadly-closed-now Painted Bride Arts Center), it was this good!

[@efanshel]

Really wonderful- unstoppable.

[@Misteure6heure]

Chris Potter is the rider on the storm ! This solo is just solar !!! Incredible

[@makenzileg]

Love this! Kind of reminds me of Lee Morgan's tune "The Gigolo"!

[@bigtay522]

Thanks to Rick Beato and whoa, listen to that band take off!!

[@straycatannie5868]

Jazz is the first music that parents said to their children "turn that noise down"!!!

[@eberniewon]

...not sure I would go so far as to say the greatest solo in the history of Jazz...but would suggest that it is Potter's best solo effort so far. He is amazing on this clip and is a centrifugal force to that swirls his band mates along as they prod him to the next level...love Holland's expressions throughout....My Goodness...!

[@fralemieux]

The whole band is taking a solo.

[@danielhastings6466]

I saw this quartet around this time and it was a peak experience. My teenage mind absolutely blown. Am I crazy or was Brian blade on drums sometimes during this period?

[@danielhastings6466]

I must have just remembered god-tier drumming and thought it was blade. Kilson is incredible

[@born7097]

10:45 megalovania

[@ScriptureResearchCentre]

Hush you

[@brandonm7952]

@@ScriptureResearchCentre Agreed

[@igordamnjan]

Billy Kilson Was Here!

[@TorySlusher]

Further proof of my assertion that Jazz is the Rock & Roll of Classical Music....

[@viktormuerte]

The whole band is relentless!

[@stephenwatson2964]

7:10 for the craziest lick ever

[@wyndhl9465]

I adore how Chris builds his solo climactically with a semblance of space here and there, and with a touch of 'Tranesque spirituality as he is about to accomplish his objective - to create maximally, and give ALL of himself, musically. Additionally, I am fascinated at hearing how he has stored and retrieved on demand all those exercises and passages. Chris does so comfortably and effectively on demand without appearing to be practicing. Doubtlessly that is a feat solely reserved for a virtuoso like Mr. Chris Potter. Excelentissimo!

[@andreweccles8055]

Marvellous. What a rythmn section.....

[@TonyAguirreJazz]

I saw this combo in Seattle. Loved it. For once, I agree with the title of the video

[@emmanuellesomeroboe]

Killer bro'!!! You are so high up there. Respect.

[@nealhillam5622]

Robin Eubanks' pants. Love the shiny black.

[@kamilkrygier7196]

Chris is master that true, about drummer..... wonderful

[@finarollerz]

They are on fire.