Guitarist Mike Stern on his creative process and music he's rediscovered

In this interview done backstage at the Newport Jazz Festival, guitarist Mike Stern talks about music he’s rediscovered (include the blues and Jimi Hendrix) and about his creative process. Stern was performing at the festival with a group dedicated to the music of Miles Davis.
Interview by Irene Lee. Video production by Paul Park. Editing by Lee Mergner & Melissa Mergner. Thanks to Carolyn McClair, Melanie Nanez, Danny Melnick and the staff of the Newport Jazz Festival.
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[@shamantic]

So inspiring and authentic. Mike is a true master!

[@leocmen]

This guy is awesome So humble and really inspiring Always convey a positive energy

[@Superaficokings87]

The past september 16 of this year, Mr Stern visit one more time my city, Cali - Colombia, at Ajazzgo Festival...he and his band were amazing, such an energy and talent, unforgettable.

[@flutealan]

Very interesting interview with mike stern. I'm a horn player and have listened mostly to guitrists, whereas he listens to horn players alot. I play sax and flute.... we are somewhat limited in terms of sound by defnition compared to the myriad of gear available to guiatr players. Yet mike found his unique sound that is so recognizable of it being his, that works with pretty much anything you can think of.... Also phrasing wise, while sometimes played down as bluesy, unnteresting, I see loads of melody and A GREAT DEAL OF DYNAMICS AND UTMOST ATTENTION to every note he plays. In a context of complex jazz-fusion that he's mostly known for, he brings melody without holding off on tension when it's needed. So much research into his playing. My hat goes off to him. Hope to play and share music with him at some point....

[@jamesmarshall7756]

What I love the most about Mike Stern is his love of Jimi's music.

[@markwelcome2079]

I love how the background reflects all the tones in your skin and hair and face. great match!.....oh yeah good points too!! hahah.