Miles Davis - Rare Interview (1988)

During his stay in Munich in 1988, where he played a ledendary concert in the Munich Philharmonic Hall, Miles Dave gave this rare interview.
Click here to watch the concert: • Miles Davis - Time Aft...
Click here to watch the concert his quintet gave in his honour: • Tribute to Miles Davis...
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[@LOFTmusicChannel]

Don't miss his concert at the Münchner Klaviersommer in 1988: bit.ly/LOFT-MilesDavis

[@ianmartin6077]

Lp

[@yunzan]

"There's no bad note, the note next to the one you think is bad, corrects the one in front."

[@zardozy]

and life as well

[@oldgit4260]

Brilliant, I love that

[@noahporter4487]

"You're never more than a halfstep away from the right note" - victor wooten

[@leonardschofield9913]

Prolific

[@alvaroaugustochagassimeao1940]

This somewhat relates to Husserl?

[@Army1696]

"they thought that i just woke up one morning and had the blues and started playing the trumpet" best fucking lesson ever.

[@Studio-62]

That comes from his experience at Juilliard. A teacher said something similar and he told her it’s not like that.

[@jermeldunn6002]

Indeed 💯

[@ericthered1140]

That doodling hes doing is probably priceless today.....

[@illuminickiblanco]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@chaseisaac9563]

Word to cicely tyson.

[@daphneepaul3737]

Chase Isaac why do you mean?

[@mrsoshadabaadman]

@@daphneepaul3737 He was married to her at some point I believe, so she would have some of it in her possession.

[@slappyhappy6192]

It's his adhd and why he chose heroin and blues

[@oliverhenry]

Miles just lived in his own world. The flow of the conversation is so one sided it's amazing. Such a legend

[@mohammedelsharif7683]

I think the interviwer also was not really on top

[@age_of_reason]

Another YT commenter trying to sound smart by making generalizations that don't really make any sense.😂

[@SurgeonVault]

He radiates an intense otherworldly-ness.

[@yassveena]

i'd name it intense here-ness, compared to lot of others

[@RodrigoRamirez-eq6gj]

Nah. He comes across as an utter douche dressed like a clown thinking he's cool.

[@jivanbansi9640]

@Nat You and Rodrigo should star you're own chapter of Assholes Anonymous, you've got the president, and vice president right there!

[@z.s.n.]

@@jivanbansi9640 can i come? Ill relapse enough to make it worthwhile.

[@myfungifs7901]

@@RodrigoRamirez-eq6gj What a disgusting comment ! This man was one of the most influential jazz musitans of the 20th century, and dressed the way he wanted ! What greatness did you achieve Rodrigo !???

[@makhedasa9307]

he's crushing it with that outfit

[@vinvinmccalpine5806]

Fuckin right

[@ComradeLeonTrotsky]

Pimpin

[@mrsoshadabaadman]

@@ComradeLeonTrotsky That's rather crass. This is high end fashion that has been recreated in current times. So no pimpin is just an awf description. No offense.

[@mrscoffman4000]

😂🤣👊🏽👊🏽😂 thank he not? Nigga cleaner than a mosquito petah !

[@victordima5259]

Mate its late 80s thats how artists rolled...let aside davis...

[@donovanchurch3063]

I am only 21. To be able to watch this legend perform would of been a treat... RIP

[@timtim-hf3ut]

At 23:20 he asks interviewer "hey you want this drawing?" 30 years later it sells for couple million dollars

[@markjohnson3413]

Is that actually true lol or are u joking?

[@yakamarezlife]

@@markjohnson3413 no hes not miles art is rare and expensive

[@olavosilvajunior577]

Yeah!

[@allenlark]

What I would give to have an original Davis

[@scottfeuerhammer3595]

Doink. Not wrong.

His voice here is better than in other interviews.

[@b3at2]

Its so interesting to watch a person in their natural form...free from the normal constraints of being "hireable" . What I mean is... society tells us to be a certain way or else no one will hire you. Miles is here just being 200 percent himself completely free from those societal constraints...free to be whatever he wants to be...just a beautiful human-with all his flaws.

[@crossedpolars]

It's a profound thought. How would we live if we did not have the background anxiety of destitution and even death hanging over us at all times? Subtle for some of us, and overt for others. It interferes with people, makes them neurotic. It does constant invisible damage to us all. In some ways freedom is more important than happiness.

[@jamie.777]

Wish I could be that way 😕

[@VoodooDewey69]

Someone left a statement that Miles was a deadbeat heroin addict.,and it broke my ❤️ People just don't realize the struggle of a jazz musician The years of trying to perfect their art the years of rejection and people telling you that you're not good enough. Unless you walk a mile in their shoes do not judge. They've given so much beauty to a world that doesn't appreciate them .

[@nicholassullivan1239]

What a unique definition of deadbeat.

[@allcapsbeats]

I wonder if Miles would giggle when tickled

[@cryptomanual2920]

😂

[@lauraveney1412]

Why would someone tickle a grown ass man?

[@deemaverick987]

@@lauraveney1412 are kidding. Lovers tickle one another. That person did not say he/she wanted to tickle him.

[@BrandonCuringtonOfficial]

kinky

[@keylupveintisiete7552]

@@lauraveney1412 why not

[@adrianjohnson2874]

Miles was certainly one of a kind. RIP Miles Davis.

[@DirtNailOwl]

This generation needs Miles Davis

[@TheNarpsquad]

No we really dont 😂

[@apostleericclark7603]

True Dat!

[@salve_sol_invictus]

We have Miles Davis. Listen to his records all you need to learn is there.

[@nathanmaruch9013]

blah blah this generation this, this generation that man, we have our fair share of greats. and we'll probably only acknowledge them ten, twenty years from now.

[@misharamaniuk9367]

Miles Davis appeared in the right time, now his talent wouldn't be acknowledged. His thriving in the middle of the last century gave us the opportunity to enjoy the genius's works now and evermore

[@chrrev1]

Miles is incredibly kind and helpful to the guy interviewing him. He makes it happen. Great person.

[@ogbobbyharris5561]

Miles was 62 in this interview... one cold man..

[@arvydussibonus1712]

Legendary musician, songwriter, pioneer, and...ASMR gold

[@SnaFOo75]

hahaha

[@chernobylcoleslaw6698]

😂😂

[@chrisd6736]

“I make a lot of money here. I’ll always come back to Europe as long as I’m making the money” 💰 💰 💰

[@rickowenkennedy]

I'll never forget the first I saw Miles play in concert. His stage presence was incredible. One note invoked the Spirits of Charlie Parker, Dizzy, Trane, all of the legends. He could change up a player or the entire band with just a look. The man is Music Royalty.

[@philipalexander8715]

The epitome of cool..

[@age_of_reason]

That's the name of his sound, 'Cool'.

[@jonathankerrsmith]

he would cringe at what is seen as cool today

[@carolelee1365]

I really appreciate that this interview was recorded and here for everybody who loves good Jazz music to listen to. It is a treasure.

[@GjaP_242]

Miles Davis is known as one of the twentieth-century’s most influential musicians and a key figure in shaping modern day jazz. However, many Miles Davis fans and admirers would be surprised to know that the pioneer was a man of many diversified talents; one of those being painting. 21:12 Source: PBS Org

[@retiredstalker]

Miles Davis has the most soothing voice that can put you to sleep.

[@deemaverick987]

He beat every woman he ever had. They had a many sleepless nights.

[@IA-yi3zy]

@@deemaverick987 good

[@Christian-97]

@@IA-yi3zy ???????! The fuck?

[@malenedietl3369]

He was a nutcase. No need to put him on a piedestal. Just another human with ups and downs.

[@greatcoldemptiness]

@@IA-yi3zy miles was on that sigma grindset

[@l3ftpocket]

The great Miles Davis! R.I.P.

[@Zecodar]

His swag is amazing

[@kentholm1414]

Ir that a moral attityde fore kidds . ?

[@Zecodar]

@@kentholm1414 Yes, it's in their culture now

[@Kraflanglanopstuv]

Much more down to earth than i thought he’d be

[@SOSFragranceReviews]

He is unapologetically Black. Grew up in a time in America and dealt with things most people only read about. Some of the comments here are ridiculous. Some white folks only see things from their perspective. How could he not harbor some bitterness...I am surprised so many of my black elders are so forgiving.

[@PSspecialist]

How does it feel to be so self-righteous?

[@bellavia5]

White America is "the Devil". I know this and I'm white. It's everything that goes against the soul.

[@billytheweasel]

My dad was a Dr and my mom was good lookin' -Miles

[@bellavia5]

@skyboundpilot Thank you -I think?

[@bellavia5]

@skyboundpilot I don't think we have to bring up slavery and lynchings because as far as I can see -most black people stay detached from white society because they can see it's a farce. Notice that all sorts of white people imitate black music, culture and mannerisms but that black people don't imitate white people. I'm curious to see what will happen between the two cultures .

[@pshearduk]

Undeniably a musical genius who will never be equalled. A quintessentially cool virtuoso.. RIP sir, your sounds lives on and on ♥️

[@justinnardine8564]

The king of sunglasses 😎

[@eddiemperor]

@Certyfikowany Przewracacz Hulajnóg Elektrycznych Kerry didn't even play legendary riffs as Jeff did, let alone could last ten seconds w Miles Davis on a solo calm down.

[@HalJikaKick]

It's amazing that year after year after year people ask the same stupid questions.

[@EastEZ82]

Toka Reva you can tell it’s so annoying

[@SurgeonVault]

lmao, so true

[@forevershampoo]

Most critics and journalists are asses very few provide any insight other than exposing an issue or individual

[@TheJTD1982]

Yup, MD touches upon some profound and interesting things in some of his responses, but instead of following them up, the interviewer proceeds with banal questioning about line-up changes. What a wasted opportunity.

[@matthewchunk3689]

Mr. Miles: Are you turning into a frog?

[@brianbrianmh3490]

Miles sounds so clear in this interview , his voice was heavy raspy.

[@maldoror5750]

Thinking the same. It’s disturbingly clear even.

[@lisaimpagnatiello7087]

@@maldoror5750 its called cocaine

[@bellavia5]

You have to keep your answers short and simple otherwise they will take what you say and twist it and bend it and mangle it.

[@philipcameron3784]

He was an amazing man. He took music in directions that you wouldn't think possible and his compositions were beautiful. Kind of Blue is a master piece and so many more too . We miss you Miles. ❤

[@smpeace2683]

Musicians live in their own world. My son being one of them.

[@theogoldberg8919]

LOFTmusic thank you so much for sharing this indeed very rare and precious one of a kind of an interview. With one of a kind of a Maestro and Man!

[@solinspired4428]

Genius

[@solinspired4428]

Always innovating, always thinking about the next move.

[@kamalaworth9943]

John Doling used to play bass in his band a couple of times, he loved Miles. Thank you for teaching me what music stands for!!!🙇‍♀️🙏💕 2024

[@chadmack4058]

i love miles davis music!!!

[@diva4tv]

You can feel his heart when he is talking about racism in America. I can tell it got to him!

[@FranktheTank70]

But he doesn't address the real problems in black communities, family break down, no Fathers. Miles was a brilliant musician but he's obviously racist himself.

[@StressFreeCity]

FranktheTank70 The problems in the poor black communities are causes by what?! Racism. People often times confuse racism with prejudice. Prejudice is hating someone because of their background and skin color. Racism is making sure members of your race, own and control access to hospitals, banks, justice system and so on. A racist can be married to a black person, let's make that clear. But he will not make a black person CEO of his company. A black person cannot be racist because black ppl don't control anything, at least not in America.

[@FranktheTank70]

@@StressFreeCity Oh please, who ever makes the bread, get's their choice of sandwich. I'm from a black community, spare me, there are cultural breakdowns across the board. Blacks were doing so much better before welfare Roosevelt made them dependent.

[@StressFreeCity]

@@FranktheTank70 I don't disagree with you. I'm not quite sure how you're turning this into an argument when we're saying the same thing. What race was Roosevelt? White!!! Blacks were never doing better, which part of Beverly Hills do you live on?!! Visit any hood in America and just drive around and come back and talk. I'm telling you what I've observed and no you're not black.

[@abdullahhere8885]

Not sure why idiots like you think that because black communities have their own problems they don't get to talk about racism. Everytime someone mentions racism, you people are quick to say "but what about crime and fatherless families?". What about them? Who says that's good? And it's not like White people are doing great either, they also have rising single motherhood rates, but I don't see you whining about that

[@soundvapor]

Thank you for uploading this treasure!

[@Magician500]

On his creative art on the paper Miles used 3 markers |Red|blue|black| I wonder how He chose those color 🤔 What a genius 👏obvious some of His trumpets were blue,red and black..mind blowing..

[@drummerschild6487]

I will never get over him sketching in these interviews. Beautiful and deep person!

[@piercest.claire194]

drummerschild beat his wife and was a drug addict. Musical genius but acknowledge his dark side

[@flame-sky7148]

I know, a normal person would be like, I need some space an quiet to produce my art. Lol

[@soioioioioioio34]

yes he's very precent and in the moment. good interview.

[@oldgit4260]

Deep yes, beautiful? Hmmm not what I've heard....

[@oldgit4260]

,

[@Navroze]

This is a very very rare and important interview of Miles... thank you for posting

[@jonathaneffemey944]

Thanks so much for posting

[@yassveena]

Nobody by far enriched my life with music as much as miles. And i mean different kinds of music, audible, sensitive, visual, energetic, spirituell, heartfull ... vibes. Have no words .. just appreciation, respect and love.

[@bobbylinning2348]

As Bill Russell said many years ago”It’s better to understand than to be understood”.

[@swedishbutcher]

I would love to hear music, the way he heard music.

[@sandraspidle5972]

Miles thinks, speaks with so much light, he's a very beautiful soul with incredible honesty. Enjoyed this interview so much.❤️🌹🌠

[@levigarrett8674]

I love Miles so ive always asked myself this dream " what if " Miles played in Frank Zappas band along with other legends like George Duke , Jean Luc- Ponty ,Steve Via ,Terry Bozzio and John McLaughlin ,a collaborative composition between Miles and Zappa would have been a dream come true for me .

[@liamshope2838]

him and frank would clash i feel

[@levigarrett8674]

@@liamshope2838 There is a story i read the percussionist in Franks band " Ruth Underwood " ,in the interview Ruth said Frank tried approaching Miles to speak with him about Miles performing a complicated Trumpet piece titled The Bee Bop Tango,according to Ruth Miles was a complete asshole who was full of himself & knew nothing about Zappas ability to write music for a specific musicians talent that would push them to doing their finest work,she said that Miles being such an asshole it turned Zappa"s like of Miles into a deep hatred for how Miles shit on his fans,i believe i read the interview in Rolling Stone in the late 1960s or early 70s,so your prolly right about the 2 men not getting along .

[@chris-chentrice2019]

@@liamshope2838 I couldn’t agree more.

[@BlackRootsUNLIMITED]

I share my birthday with this ICON, the GOAT! I love him ☥♥️☥ The Zouk group Kassav he's talking about was supposed to tour here in Uganda last year, then Covid-19 happened.

[@ginamitembe8935]

Such a genius with his haunting music!! He must have been sad,sad man in his soul! BUT hey!! His music is mind blowing!💕💙

[@deepthoughts1739]

Why would he be sad, sad in his soul?

[@malenedietl3369]

@@deepthoughts1739 someone doing drug like he did, is not a happy soul, f.ex..?

[@deepthoughts1739]

@@malenedietl3369 Actually, some people feel happy when they do drugs. You didn’t know that.

[@2004_si]

@@deepthoughts1739 stfu he became a junkie cause he hated himself

[@songsalon7868]

I see were Prince got his MOOD from.

[@26miles53]

They Both Geminis to

[@MysticalRainbowKaci]

Funny Mac Miller brought me here...he was a while vibe too. Great artists and souls. 💖

[@fendibabii2118]

@@MysticalRainbowKaci Mac Miller is so great 👍💯

[@callmebigpapa]

So glad this video was posted, always heard he was a salty dude but after listening to him, he was gentle and insightful.

[@tulayamalavenapi4028]

"him & I" Talking bout supersoul & individual soul.

[@wetbadger2174]

He's like an ordinary guy who just happens to be the master of the trumpet. Never wasted his time doing mock interviews.

[@EastEZ82]

Him and Prince ❤️

[@shmuelhirsch2069]

maisha cherry He was actually a huge fan of Prince

[@noname-nobody1247]

And Michael Jackson all unbelievable talents

[@butterflylovenj7300]

Gemini vibes! 💯♊

[@lauraveney1412]

@Tony Exactly MJ was a good entertainer but he was not on a Miles Davis or Prince level.

[@rickstraws92]

@@lauraveney1412 this

[@laurens36]

Just found this treasure, such a badass interview full of truth

[@desmondnazombe5922]

Miles had the ability to pick great sideman for his various bands

[@sohooded]

Miss you, Miles.

[@knowledgeispowerfful]

What did Miles Pass away from??

[@yvetteb.3177]

He had a few health problems...the biggest would be Sickle Cell Anemia. He developed osteoarthritis relatively early which led to a pain pill then full out heroin addiction. Along the way he developed diabetes, had a stroke and continued to battle an on and off again drug addiction. -- He had pneumonia when he died...which could have been a result of the Sickle Cell...stroke, diabetes, addictions or ware on the body from all three. -- Because he died so early...I would say that it was a combination of things. - He did a lot with himself in the short amount of time that he was here.

[@knowledgeispowerfful]

Yvette B. Yep, I love the way he improvise, I wish great artist wouldn't die so young. Thanks so much for the info.

[@MaliVinnyB]

EVERY post -colonial citizen in this WORLD has Some sort malady dealing with this "CIVILIZATION",whether they know it,or Not,and when you're "BLACK"AND Creative...Well..

[@yassveena]

@@knowledgeispowerfful I read that he had a heart-attack while discussing/fighting with a doctor during a hospital-stay. He was 'ill' and in hospital quite often and took a lot of painkiller.

[@edisonmosleyii1300]

Miles... The Man, His Music and his Sartorial eloquence was simply one of a kind! You are Truly missed my Brother. 🌌🌟

[@pallhe]

Nice, relaxed interview. It seems to show what it was like just having a chat with Miles.

[@cozmovox]

It's very revealing to see a very respectfull interviewer and Miles opening up and actually being sweet to him....Great video !

[@vaninacarabajal4043]

I couldn't agree more

[@diamonddonn7809]

I love his insight on things

[@ModernDayMalc]

thank you for this conversation! ard.

[@biggydrake]

Such a cool interview

[@darcyarrudasampaiosucupira4545]

Imortal Miles Davis, único e divino! Desde criança aprendi a amá_lo, e sua voz rouca é um elemento a mais em como toca o seu instrumento. Inesquecível ❤️💕❤️🌸🌸

[@connorduke4619]

he was born with the nose Michael Jackson strived for decades to achieve... but what an absolute legend. Seems to be pretty chilled and non arrogant as well.

[@Lamo2100]

🤣🤣🤣

[@smoovegittar]

Always straightforward; never compromising. The Maestro.

[@Slovenlyone]

Miles is coolness personified. He was next level for sure, 11.

[@lorrainedavison7482]

He rarely gives interviews and when he does, he gets this boring interviewer. Such a shame, it could have been so much more interesting. Miles is so watchable and fascinating he saves it.

[@RumbleFish69]

You should learn to write in past tense... As in, he rarely "GAVE" and ....when he "DID" and ....He "GOT" this boring and ....Miles "WAS" so watchable... You know, because the man is DEAD!

[@amexemoor443]

Miles only give you what he wants you to have.

[@shlapleps3306]

He was just trying not to overstep because of who Miles was. Anymore and he might have lost him.

[@danathanaurelius4685]

@@shlapleps3306 someone gets it

[@alfredomiranda8654]

if you really like good music and haven't heard an entire album by the brilliant Mr. Miles Davis, it's because you still haven't discovered what musical art is in its splendor! My opinion without wanting to offend! For me the King was not Elvis Preseley! but the most excellent Mr. Miles Davis.

[@calicowest]

Prince of Darkness, that what they call Miles...

[@alfredomiranda8654]

One of the artistic names that I most appreciated at 47 years old! 22 Listen aka Prince of Darkness! 👑 Thanks HEALTH & MUSIC & ARTS 💯💥🔝❤️ It s one of My Hobbies & Profession of Mudicologista! The. m aka Antihero_8. PEACE OUT. Man! Or Mr.

[@alfredomiranda8654]

Thanks 4 Your attention! PRNCE OF DARKRNESS, 🔝💯🙏💥 AKA it s Perfect like the Talent! I never forget now the

[@calicowest]

@@alfredomiranda8654 I read Miles autobiography back in the day, and at that time I didn't appreciate the Classic of Jazz, only smooth Jazz at that time. But after listening to his band in live concert, and the beautiful sound of Time after Time blown by Miles horn, wow he was something special as an artistic director. You gotta listen to " Dunne Mosse" live. That's magical ❤️

[@musicisthecure6934]

This is just incredible

[@clarkewi]

Excellent artist as well as musician.

[@bangkokbaby437]

Literally one of a kind, indeed

[@oakdaddy]

Too much; there are.no words...

[@Mimikomimimimi]

beautiful

[@NothingLikeVinyl]

This video works as an ASMR trigger for me.

[@cordellsenior9935]

Quite simply the greatest example and human embodiment and expression of "Cool" I have ever encountered. Cool come to life. This the original and coolest cool cat to ever cool. Who's cooler that this? Somebody tell me.

[@sidritreli9826]

Serge Gainsbourg is probs the closest

[@blackcosmos]

Now what else, I gotta go. He was so over this interview lol

[@matthewcollins5344]

Hate to say it but he was probably going to pull a rail of something.

[@brunochxca321]

Thanks

[@shubhamaupman7069]

He was MILES ahead of his generation !! That Legend will b missed And not to mention what a unique complexion he has..... This man is a freaking legend

[@blancamiranda4153]

that swag he got""loving it""😎🎺💋

[@lauriel.4667]

What’s unique about his complexion?

[@danielcolon9809]

Marvelous shoulder pads.

[@Flux799]

I still wear shoulder pads with no shirt underneath on the daily.

[@Rebelution7]

Daniel Colon 😂

[@zionstayfit920]

😂😭😭😂

[@kleinequietboykleinequietb7126]

@@Flux799 u should give that up. u be hurting my eyes with that 80's glitzy mess L:A. hollywood flash futuristic Star Trek EWF look.

[@thankthelord4536]

The 80s.

[@kingeliii9011]

A genius doesn't realize they're genius because their genius is their normal. That is what Miles Davis was.

[@chelseapoet3664]

I'm pretty sure he knew he was a genius.

[@videosponder]

That i was alive on this planet at the same time as this man is such a privelage. What else would a man need.

[@NathanielLongchallon]

A Woman.

[@videosponder]

@@NathanielLongchallon When we hear his tunes, isn't that the first thought we put our mind on?

[@Property384]

The greatest Trumpet Player Respect Miles!!!

[@alanaalexander5195]

These negative comments are horrible!!! This man is deceased!!! Let him rest! My God!!!

[@DeeJaySYLO]

for anyone wondering, he's talking about Shelia E's video for the track "Koo Koo"

[@Jay-tg1bc]

Thank you! I was wondering...

[@marccarter1350]

So humble!

[@AljoniMusiCo]

Great!!

[@pencylolayahbless7480]

The Best intelligent artist we still enjoy, Timeless Miles RIP

[@patrickmardas4138]

miss him.oh lord do i miss him.i only wish he could hear me now

[@patriciagullickson9591]

Patrick mardas he said STFU

[@dotlaroc82]

@@patriciagullickson9591 lol

[@douglassmith4843]

god bless your soul

[@ShrimplessScampi]

My grandfather looked like Ron Washington but had the attitude of Miles Davis. He put me on Miles and Coltrane and when it came to comedy he put me onto Pryor and Carlin. I’m 28 now and he’s the sole reason I’m an old soul to this day. Back when I younger and more ignorant I’d play Miles’ shit around friend’s/girlfriend’s of mine when they came over to my apartment. Always got the same response: “what kinda music is this!?” “You have a very ‘weird’ taste of music, Bro” Basically all I’m saying is enjoy what you enjoy. At 28 now I’ve learned you can’t play certain types of music to everybody. They’re not ready for that. But also, what I also learned is LOVE WHAT YOU LOVE. This music is the same shit now that I can play and the same people that used to make fun of me back then are now asking me “what album is this from?” “Who is this on the vocals?” But wait…I thought this music was “weird”?

[@gk411]

We become what we admire..myles became himself.

[@katalystklub]

Amazing man, musician and poet 💯🙏

[@GjaP_242]

"A painting is music you can see and music is a painting you can hear." 20:02 Miles Davis

[@tdiaz9162]

-Michael Scott

[@douglassmith4843]

knowing you least of your i consider musical nephews. i learned so much

[@MeredithCarroll]

He is really a maestro, always moving forward, pushing his own boundaries and as result Music overall. His comments about how his music was received by Whyt critics and record companies, how music shifted during the Civil rights and the Black Panther movement, and they way "jazz" is perceived in the US, "jazzed up a campbell soup can" a reference to Andy Warhol? He was really dialed in to Art, Culture, and Context, with a far-seeing vision into the Future

[@theloniusmonk1263]

Miles Davis - criminally underapprieciated and misunderstood in the USA

[@Jonnyguitar1877]

Thelonius Monk sadly true, people hear Miles Davis and they say “who?” It’s all about lil pump in America.

[@illuminickiblanco]

@@Jonnyguitar1877 these kids have no idea and im only 36 and my daddy always made sure i appreciated all genres of music! I love hip hop but miles Davis is one of the forefathers of free spirited musicians! They need to put some RESPEK on miles' name!

[@mosaicclassics]

Personally, I don't hear Miles Davis and say "Who?". I listen to Miles Davis' music and say "So What?". My father, a jazz trumpeter, respects Miles' art. I just don't care much for it. And I've been exposed to it since I was quite young. One day we went to one of his concerts at the Woodlands Pavilion. His set was supposed to be the main attraction. Basically what we got was 40 minutes of the man sticking a purple trumpet down between his legs while we watched his posterior pointed towards us. I guess he really told us off.

[@777jones]

What?! Lol

[@carolynwalters7895]

We know how brilliant Miles Davis was. I know he was bored as hell. The only reason I watched the entire interview is because Miles is in it. That damn interviewer is one more question away for putting. me asleep. Damn dude! I have to give Miles credit for allowing this interview to continue. 😎😴

[@eshaibraheem4218]

Thank you for this.

[@Uptown59]

Thanks for posting this. I don't think that Miles would have given an interview like this earlier. Some may have a problem with the interviewer, but what are you going to ask him that hasn't already been asked? He doesn't take himself seriously, obviously. We know that these interviews are edited. Imagine the unedited version 😅