Live Evil stands as one of Miles Davis’ most fearless artistic statements—a double album captured at the crossroads of improvisation, technical prowess, and wild imagination. Released in 1971, it’s a feverish mosaic that threads together live recordings from Davis’ explosive 1970 Fillmore West performances with studio tracks, seamlessly shifting between fierce, groove-driven jams and mysterious, almost cinematic soundscapes. You hear a band at the peak of its telepathic power, with musicians like John McLaughlin, Keith Jarrett, and Jack DeJohnette pushing the boundaries of what jazz could be. The album pulses with a raw, electric energy—distorted guitars, swirling keyboards, and Davis’ trumpet cutting through the chaos with clarity and vision. Live Evil isn’t just a snapshot of early '70s jazz fusion; it’s a portal into the restless, searching heart of Miles Davis himself. For collectors, this album is indispensable—an iconoclastic masterpiece that rewards close, repeated listening. If you crave music that challenges, surprises, and ultimately transforms, Live Evil is not just an album to own—it’s an experience to immerse yourself in.
Track List:
1-1 - Sivad - 15:18
1-2 - Little Church - 3:18
1-3 - Medley: Gemini / Double Image - 5:57
1-4 - What I Say - 21:11
1-5 - Nem Um Talvez - 4:04
2-1 - Selim - 2:18
2-2 - Funky Tonk - 23:27
2-3 - Inamorata And Narration By Conrad Roberts - 26:32