The Legendary Miles Davis

[@zachjohnson637]

This is definitely the best mood I've ever seen Miles in.

[@Fyloeu]

+Zach Johnson Dick Cavett. Recognize the greatness, treat them with respect, don't ask bullshit questions and be playful. Notice at the end he even puts his sunglasses on.

[@boogiedownbronx73]

Check him at Arsenio Hall he was in a good mood

[@roygumpel8415]

hard not to be with the best tv host ever.

[@salinalancelot4021]

@@roygumpel8415 no

[@Montyrico_Outdoors]

"I wasn't trying to change music, it just happened" what a legend

[@mahoganired8608]

a genus

[@deniskostic1502]

yes miles,sly stone,jimmy,james brown even sting and andy sammers.... its just happened!!! BUT MILES IS PURE GENIUS

[@bafattvahetere]

@@deniskostic1502 Not Andy Sammers! Sting isn't on this level, but good. Not even Summers.

[@fariopassionpyrenees3792]

Oui mec c'est exactement ça !!...

[@duppykitoon]

"Don't play what's there, play what's not there." -Miles Davis

[@anneb.3594]

A musician's golden rule to improvising, I'd say

[@juanborjas6416]

I'm not sure what that means.

[@royalcat10]

@@juanborjas6416 It can mean many different things, and is up to interpretation. It could mean something as literal as "Don't play what the other guys are playing, play your own stuff." whether that be as a general statement in music, or meaning specifically in the jam session.

[@alexanderdelacruz9249]

royalcat10 but it could apply to film composition.....

[@rtmwzd]

7:03 sumbody musta “played what’s there”

[@MrMusicguyma]

Dick Cavett is in re-runs currently on my cable channel. It is amazing how much time was allowed back then for in-depth interviews with interesting people like Miles. This is very unlike today's deplorarble rush/rush soundbite pace.

[@iprofessionalamateur]

Yeah, that is something we miss today

[@MrSimi71]

Dick Cavett was the coolest, most laid back talk show host. You could see the respect he had for musicians/artists.

[@Epitaphforyesterday]

maybe but usually came at the expense of being the straight white foil, especially in this interview.

[@MrMusicguyma]

Cavett was sometimes too ingratiating to guests by half, I agree. And sometimes too calculatingly "witty", self-congratulation via fake self-deprecating humor. If you are the smartest guy in the room, you shouldn't telegraph your opinion. Still and all, he is a smart well-read guy and a good interviewer. He chose interesting guests and allowed them to expand their statements in a long format. Miles was a musical genius who was also an obnoxious person. He was indulged by fellow muiscians in his antics. Great artists are not always nice pepole. John Lennon and Woody Guthrie come to mind. C'est la Vie.

[@shadowmixx]

The late great Sir Miles Davis was the epitome of cool. His individual style and music were impeccable. He taught me that it is okay to be different musically. Therefore, I am. 🙏🏽 Rest easy.

[@dr1rock]

man. never seen miles smile that much..ever!

[@6789uiop]

I know, like he had a bromance with Cavett

[@rockymartin7766]

this host was so good to miles. So many weren't that i've seen and heard of, but you could tell Miles was diggin' it and engaged. What a master. So inspiring.

[@mrswimmyboy]

+Rocky Martin Very true, and Miles grabs him by the arm in an affectionate way at the end.. Miles got way too many people who didn't know his music at all, asking stupid questions. Disrespect as a stylistic thing. A shame. Why not have a musician interview him?

[@patriciagullickson9591]

Rocky Martin because most musicians are also full of shit

[@blue2134]

Rocky Martin dick cavett has interviewed probably every famous an important people on the planet lol

[@jaygatsby1]

Like a master musician knows that some of the greatest notes are those one doesn’t play, Cavett knew how not to talk when magic was happening.

[@sohooded]

Miles is a tough interview.

[@geekay1349]

Cavett was some of the best television has ever had to offer

[@richardmbowman]

Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, John Coltrane, Sonny Rollins, John McLaughlin, Jack DeJohnette, Red Garland, Steve Grossman, Billy Cobham, "Philly Joe" Jones, Paul Chambers, Ron Carter, Michael Henderson, Tony Williams, Julian "Cannonball" Adderley, Teo Macero, Bill Evans, Gil Evans, .... These are just SOME of the people Miles gathered around him ("...the musicians I get..."). NOBODY has had talent like this at his/her disposal..... and he knew exactly what to do with 'em. Yeah Miles...you DID change the course of music.............several times.

[@richardmbowman]

"Miles Dewey Davis III is the baddest motherfucker to have ever picked up a horn.... with all due respect to the angel Gabriel."

[@anthonyhaas3155]

+Richard Bowman john scofield also

[@richardmbowman]

Tony Haas As I said "...just SOME of the ppl Miles gathered...." But thanks for mentioning J.S. Peace out....

[@MegaBarc]

+Richard Marshall Bowman incredible you didn't remember 2 essential names: Chet Baker and Charlie Parker...lol hugs

[@richardmbowman]

MegaBarc Yeah...there was Chet..among others. As to "Bird"....Charlie Parker, "Diz" ("Dizzy" Gillespie) and them (Max Roach, Mingus & Thelonious Monk) gathered Miles around them. In the 1940's this group of musicians took in a young Miles & proceded to heat up New York City ...and the world ...from Minton's on 118th. These guys..& others...Art Tatum, Bud Powell, Charlie Christian, et. al. introduced "bebop" to the world...and the world to "bop."

[@johnmckee4121]

How could ANYONE not love MILES DAVIS?

[@brumune]

The cops in LA

[@fariopassionpyrenees3792]

Incroyable...Attitude,humilité,talent inégalé.Lucidité sur sa condition et humour...Je parle même pas musique...Effectivement comment ne pas penser qu'il vient d'une autre planète ?...Sublime...

[@eserebcin]

Just phenomenal, Miles Dewey Davis III was, is and will continue to be an inspiration to musicians all over the globe who aspire to be at the top of their game....I cant think of anyone who has done more to inspire me in the history of the planet... Miles will continue to live for eternity through his music.....

[@TheMartinbr]

Wow!, that's Garth Webber on guitar. That's a old friend of my brother and myself. I know this guy. Have played with him before. I remember when he said he was playing with Miles Davis.

[@chrisvanlit6045]

Martin Brewer I was wondering who that was and whether it was Miles's band or the house band?

[@philsarkol341]

He is a good guitarist ..just a short solo makes that obvious..if playing with Miles Davis

[@cmkilcullen8176]

I miss him being in the world (earthly alive) so much. Now Prince is gone too. They did work together and one recording has made the net. But how I miss Miles. I had the great fortune to see him at Westbury, the Pier, and at Avery Fisher Hall. I am so grateful that I did and that I am able tell my daughter about it. Don Cheadle plays him quite well in the new movie. But....... how I miss Miles. Thank you for posting this. Peace and love to all music fans.

[@cymbya]

Miles cracks me up more than anybody who ever walked the earth. what fucking genius. people have no comprehension.

[@michaelredd4642]

I saw him back in 1986 with this band in Pittsburgh. I had the pleasure of meeting him by accident after the show. Very friendly guy.

[@isaiahangelo]

A trip to see Miles Davis in such s good mood lol

[@francesschaefer]

and he played with the band during the credits! Wow, just the best.

[@athruzathruz]

miles davis is my Hero! without a doubt! he didn't kiss anybody's ass, he revolutionized music 3 times and he didn't turn into a clown every time the camera came on. he lived life on his terms and won.....my Hero!!!!

[@Turboy65]

I don't claim to be into this kind of jazz very deeply or understand it well, but Miles was a breed apart. That's obvious. He could be demanding, he could be difficult, he could be a perfectionist, but he served the music and showed enormous respect and appreciation for COMPETENT musicians sharing the stage with him.

[@Slovenlyone]

Sounds like you understand him quite well 👍🏻

[@TheTones10]

I remember watching and recording this when it aired. LOVE Miles!! I was so fortunate to see him twice live. First time I seen him was in Newport R.I. at the JVC Jazz Festival back in 1986 and the second time was in 1987 in Boston. An ICON!

[@jazzhead6392]

Miles Davis Yo !!!

[@iwishididntquit8270]

What a legend... if you haven't read his autobiography, you need to. Amazing book

[@nikolademitri731]

I picked it up at the library last week not even expecting to check anything out necessarily.. I looked at some great photos, then read a couple paragraphs here and there and had the biggest grin, had to keep from laughing out loud with all the f-bombs he was dropping and just the wild honesty of some old story he was telling. After maybe 10 minutes I checked it out, went home and started digging in. I’m not done, but I hardcore second the recommendation! It’s a joy to read, and I have to believe even if one isn’t a massive Miles fan, or jazz fan in general, you’ll probably still love it.

[@JonTaun]

@@nikolademitri731 SAME 👆! I have the audiobook and Dion Graham ,the man who reads it , has the same condition Miles had. It feels just like Miles is telling me his story himself. The biography is amazing! You'll learn so much and you'll hear it in his music "Miles: The Autobiography" 👈📖

[@simonrano8072]

@@JonTaun Before reading it I thought Miles was a genius, but he made me realized he was a hip motherfucker playing his ass off taking no bullshits.

[@aaronsoto9100]

Genius! he influence Prince, but love how Prince influence him back.

[@stevethomas2381]

JUST AN AWESOME INDIVIDUAL , WHAT A TALENT , GIFT FROM GOD

[@mrswimmyboy]

Kind of a joke and kind of a cutting comment. Some truth to that, but its really John Lewis' influence he's talking about

[@patriciagullickson9591]

Steve Thomas that's Miles opinion...and it's bullshit...have you heard the modern jazz quartet ?? heard the Bass playing?... Superbowl it's superb !! come on mi!es is incredible but only human like all of us....MJQ would and could blow miles band that's playing this muzak right out of the park.... you are telling me that this band is playing jazz !! and can compare to what...

[@patriciagullickson9591]

mrswimmyboy what's wrong with John Lewis influence ? and what truth?? truth is Mike's did not sound that great at this stage..and ain't p!ayin jazz....some truth in that

[@biTVToni]

I'd love to hear Mr. Miles Davis singing blues, his 'smoky' voice is perfect for that

[@emmalinerocheroche6543]

Garth Webber's Guitar Solo is amazing!!

[@robertgirardBobydbSounD]

First time I see Miles Davis nice and kind and gentle

[@holygroove2]

GREAT video showing a relaxed Miles - loved the footage of him jamming at the end. Thanks so much!

[@monktrane325]

Miles is one of those mentors who allows musicians to just play....

[@sheriff2539]

1986. Bob Berg on sax. RIP. The guest actress played a role in the movie Scrooged, which ironically Miles had a cameo appearance in.

[@thewoodys_surf_instrumental]

I miss Miles ... named my cat and dog 'Miles' and 'Dolphy'

[@lincolnbarron1485]

Thats funny, because Miles notoriously despised Dolphy's playing.

[@thewoodys_surf_instrumental]

I too heard Miles didn't like Dolphy ... good news is, my dog and cat get along fine.

[@lincolnbarron1485]

all is well in the post avant-garde jazz dog world

[@mrswimmyboy]

Miles definitely more of a cat than a dog. :^)

[@georgedoughly6344]

The Woodys Surf Instrumental Band I named one of my Cats Miles after Miles Davis, too!

[@brianmoylan1671]

One of a kind . Changed the whole scene. Thankyou Mr Davis !

[@francesschaefer]

Even in this clip I am watching on You Tube on my laptop, w/o the greatest audio, OMG Miles just had the BEST SOUND EVER on that trumpet and what a genius. I am so happy our son through his study and love for Miles's legacy has taught me. Dick Cavett just had a great approach to the interviews, and I always appreciated his shows.

[@Incognito-vc9wj]

This is the happiest mood you'll ever see Miles in, ever. Cage looked coked out of his mind

[@Avaloctus]

Thanx for sharing this video... Great !!! There seem to be not that many Miles Davis interviews out there so I´m happy ´bout every new one I stumble over...

[@alfonsosantos4011]

miles was light years ahead of his time..the man was coolness personified.. #rip

[@mononoaware1960]

I still remember my first time hearing Bitches Brew, my ears and mind were definitely not prepared for what he was trying to say. It went completely over my head. After many listens, it is now hands down one of my most cherished albums ever. Experimental, sprawling, angular, dark, yet it grooves like nobody’s business. The magic that’s created within the interplay of each musician is uncanny and a true sonic journey. Truly one of the most unique, bizarre, and original pieces of art ever created. It opened my mind up to so many other forms of experimental music and all types of jazz.

[@PE1978C]

I just caught part of this show on public TV today. I missed the guitar part, but I'll watch it now.

[@sandybradshaw1879]

Yes ! There was a good vibe with Miles and the Host!

[@WestCoastJazzForever]

Love Miles so much!

[@TheRealAliceSnow]

The Coolest Jazz Musician in History ... Miles Davis...PEACE

[@wiiu7640]

R.I.P. Miles Dewey Davis III 1926 - 1991

[@wiiu7640]

May his car always be with him.

[@ms.leewilliams18]

I grew up listening to Miles Davis, This piece he's play almost sounds like A jazzed up version of Fever.🎺🎶🎼❤💯

[@KB-uv7wj]

Thank-You, Mr Miles Davis. It is magic.

[@lucasnorwine2745]

everybody needs a piece of miles daily. this was special to see, thanks

[@marilynskrepich3238]

I just love this interview with Miles

[@louisgreen3915]

Never seen Miles as relaxed as this in an interview. Credit to Dick who sometimes comes across a little awkward himself.

[@sharont2368]

I love the rapport between Miles and Dick Cavett. I always knew Cavett was cool and brilliant. So was Miles. Two kindred spirits.

[@duncanmccallum9536]

A great artist.

[@fenyoaeemckinney2144]

I had the privilege of growing up knowing Mr. Davis. He taught me how to play the basics of “Jazz piano”!👍🏽😁

[@geneobrien8907]

Imagine being good enough to play with Miles! Damn!

[@albertoortega2467]

Miles ....héroe 🎺🎼

[@stangilmer]

Everyone is welcome to re-visit.

[@agamemnonpadar5706]

Excuse my ignorance, but I am from Germany. I would like to know who is the interviewer? The whole interview is so interesting because it shows Miles Davis from a personal side I only read about. He is humorous, friendly and seems to get along with the journalist pretty well. There are not many artist I love more than Miles Davis.

[@stangilmer]

Agamemnon Padar Dick Cavet.

[@agamemnonpadar5706]

Thank you very much! Wish you a great 2015

[@stangilmer]

Bouncing that back to you and yours. Divine Order.

[@cosmicdrifter287]

+Stan G i did.

[@ogrebattle22763]

Cool interview... You gotta love Miles.....

[@Badlands_C64]

Amazing Davis!!!! What a sound!!!!

[@kinnonmack8662]

Happy Birthday tomorrow Miles! We miss you.

[@TheBluebutterfly59]

I'm very happy to have discovered this channel. I am a huge Miles Davis Fan!!

[@chelskichamp11]

Thanks for sharing this. Miles is one of the greatesr musical minds.

[@roygumpel8415]

"I've had a sore throat.... for 30 years"

[@ms.leewilliams18]

That's Not Nice, lol.

[@DMVLeGenD96]

@@ms.leewilliams18those are Miles’ words

[@sarabsawhney]

Hahahahahahaha

[@ajadrew]

Love this!! I'm in Essex, England..;-))

[@alexandergomes3317]

where in essex...i resided in Woodford Green way back then

[@ajadrew]

Braintree...

[@alexandergomes3317]

Ok

[@charlize841]

Great interview. I can't imagine playing behind Miles...no pressure there hahhahaha.

[@jazzymoni7750]

Coolest mofo to ever walk the earth.

[@alspeace]

Birth Of The Cool... he started it.

[@cymbya]

u know it jazzy! lol

[@acenturyofblackmusic1655]

jazzi moni i give that title to howlin wolf

[@davidskeeterskeeter1835]

Jazzy Moni only for sure,,👍. All the way from the uk,😀

[@kufarimahdi9636]

Jazzy Moni😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@JohnSawruk-k1n]

Miles is in a different dimension. We'll never get there.

[@mrp6850]

"I made him a good bass player and the Modern Jazz Quartet messed him up." Audience members actually got the reference and laughed.

[@ksenos69]

Distinctive personality, innovative as few in the world, in his kind. When the time comes and we'll talk about USA as we mention Persia, Egypt Greece and so on, we'll mention personalities as Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Archie Shepp, Parker, Gillespie, Powel, Mingus, Gil Evans and so many other greats of this region and art, that contributed and still do to civilization (not only or just culture). It's freedom! It can never be stopped.

[@erikvanzadel]

Fantastic, thanks! I didn't know this yet. Cavett wearing Miles' sunglasses at the end is hilarious!

[@trythinkingforachange4201]

two greats - great video.

[@MarianoRodriguez]

hahaha wasn´t expecting Nick Cage. Perfect video.

[@leemorrison4035]

Kind of Blue, the best album of the 20th century in any genre!

[@longde]

Wow, DC makes Miles smile and then play WITHOUT eyeglasses!! historical moment!!

[@mikehollins1970]

Musical genius and true artist.

[@neosoulchick76]

A true Musical Genius!! Miles Davis.😘😘

[@Abracadabra418]

oooooh nice a new old interview i havent seen yet!!! thank you soooo much!!!!!!!!!

[@raymondweaver5303]

Miles is the MAN!!!

[@SELAHPAUSE]

musical Genus and the definition of cool....

[@darinb7966]

Its rare enough that he doesn't wear shades for interviews.

[@contactkeithstack]

Dick Cavett was a good interviewer

[@tyroneharless1204]

contactkeithstack w

[@sharont2368]

And also an obvious true fan and appreciative of being in Miles' presence.

[@viggosimonsen]

and a very amable guy

[@Doomer2099]

Somebody upload it please, it's incredible to see Miles in a candid interview!

[@Dozta]

Trumpet playing at the very end. It’s so bad ass.

[@2112CO]

True legend end of story....

[@Bediane1]

I'm loving this!

[@choseneight7]

Miles was awesome

[@ericrobinson1789]

That was a really cool gift by Dick Cavette. 👍

[@whoknowsidont.5147]

Miles and Miles listening to the great Miles Davis

[@eggheadeggplant9265]

I see miles dont mind you having the spotlight either

[@mugpush4816]

Two legends!

[@ucbookman]

I OWN IT, BABY!!! Freaking awesome gift.

[@marcogiliberti4336]

beautiful.

[@wutediting]

You ever notice when he talks it sounds like hes playing music with his words

[@jusachipa]

+wutediting he is.

[@vernellthomas6644]

Yes indeed!

[@tanyafa3150]

+wutediting Miles Davis is music.

[@dennispearson871]

He was one with the music at All times ! The music and the man were Inseparable !!...

[@kyriakoscharilaou1684]

What a beautiful soul. Thank you for everything Miles.

[@travkatz]

you know you're cool if Miles Davis agrees to come on your show.

[@tommitwelvetreez]

one of a kind !

[@jackster1212]

Came here from the "Miles Ahead" trailer... can't wait to see that movie. Good interview. Bit weird in that spot where they talked about Davis getting pulled over for driving while black, but Davis was clearly some kind of wild genius.

[@henrytudorpole5803]

don't watch the movie, it's insulting trash.

[@alwill58kief2]

+Henry Tudor Pole I agree

[@duppykitoon]

The movie is pretty bad. It starts out good, then falls apart and turns into some kind of hallucinatory nightmare trash.

[@caseykearin6310]

Miles and dick really got along great. Good interview/performance!

[@matthewcoombs3282]

Would agree with Dick Calvet on the Picasso comparison. Picasso changed how people viewed art, Davis changed the way people listened to music. Both were in the top genius level of artists of the 20th Century.

[@jamezband]

A deeply generous man.

[@orenico96]

Thanks for posting. His band sounded a lot like the one he put together in 1982 with Marcus miller, mike stern, etc.

[@Bix12]

He's got the grind goin' in his jaw....

[@francesschaefer]

This is a great clip, thanks!

[@dimitriskaraganis]

thanks for sharing ...grate!

[@stangilmer]

You're welcome.