Thank God MMW formed as they are one of the only true jazz groups around, using the medium to create a sound and music of their own. Best group of my generation!
I went to the Grand Rapids show. It was absolutely amazing. I like Phish, but these guys were ridiculous. I think Billy Martin is one of- if not THE- best drummer I've ever seen live. Such a light touch, amazing grooves, endlesss ideas.
Medeski is a ridiculous...amazing. Billy Martin is a complete badass, and his snare sounds AMAZING. And Chris Wood just fucking kills on bass. What a trio. The modern Cream.
medeski is proof that you dont have to be an attractive swag looking young cat to be the fucking best! medeski, you are an inspiration to all of us ugly musicians!
hey jaydude, it could be anything with that guy... i saw/heard him use a straw in a 7-11 big gulp cup lid as percussion at show years ago...he ran it back and forth through the lid to make an interesting little rthym. inspiration surrounds........
man, they are coming to grand rapids, mi in nov... but its the same day as phish in detroit. sometimes the choices life throws at you just aren't fair.
@superchuds Don't sweat it. Maybe "traditional jazz" would be a better phrase. :) I think MMW is exactly the kind of band it wants to be, and I like that there's no easy label to place on their music. I find that's a common thread among many of my favorite musicians - that they more or less create a new language of their own, one that exists outside of conventional genres.
I mean, it's pretty groove/jazz oriented, I know what you mean, they have such a great trio vibe, but really lock down into some heavy shit when it comes to grooving.
@thedizzit Haha, yep. The one term i've heard that seems remotely fitting is "avant groove." That kind of captures some of the inherent contrasts and seeming contradictions in their sound, IMO
@superjay42 medeski. no offense to medeski haha, woops i CAN see how it could sound like that. i guess im just saying medeski is beautiful in his own way.
Saw them about 7 weeks ago in Portland, ME..The Jam Band fans were a little annoying screaming in my ears but hey its my own damn fault as an aging yuppie actual musician that I didn't shell out for reserved seating and be a true middle aged snob lmao!
It does seem asd though Billy Martin is holding the band back in terms of really stretching out. Even when he solos much of it sounds like grooves and patterns which are worked out in his head beforehand. As opposed to really improvising. He plays pretty straight ahead. Id lilke to hear Jack Dejohnette on the drums with the other two cats.
Gotta say you couldn't be more wrong. Billy is one of the tightest pocket players around. The best part of having him at a festival is the other drummers can't help but come see him play. Give you a chance to say hey!
Thank God MMW formed as they are one of the only true jazz groups around, using the medium to create a sound and music of their own. Best group of my generation!
These guys groove hard.. love it!
I went to the Grand Rapids show. It was absolutely amazing. I like Phish, but these guys were ridiculous. I think Billy Martin is one of- if not THE- best drummer I've ever seen live. Such a light touch, amazing grooves, endlesss ideas.
mmw has brought me to tears during a set. i've never been moved by a musical performance quite like that.
Medeski is a ridiculous...amazing. Billy Martin is a complete badass, and his snare sounds AMAZING. And Chris Wood just fucking kills on bass. What a trio. The modern Cream.
all time i see this video..
Verry nice,.....
JAH BLESS MAN
6:34 - GREAT fucking angle. I'm loving Billy's face. SO can't wait to see them @ Mountain Jam this year.
These guys really feel the music, just look at them when are playing!, amazing stuff live, love it.
Genialísimo, bravo.
Weird,different and what rhythm and sound these guys got.
Really like them a lot,very unique.
Kind of certain fusion of music you can't describe.
ohh man! im seeing them in like 4 days,
cant wait!
Saw them close the Playboy Jazz Festival many years ago. Very possibly the best thing ever.
I find it really hard to think of anything better than this.
John Medeski is the Chuck Norris of music
medeski is proof that you dont have to be an attractive swag looking young cat to be the fucking best! medeski, you are an inspiration to all of us ugly musicians!
hey jaydude,
it could be anything with that guy...
i saw/heard him use a straw in a 7-11 big gulp cup lid as percussion at show years ago...he ran it back and forth through the lid to make an interesting little rthym.
inspiration surrounds........
What a bangin kick off. ❤
damn that bass solo was so cool at the end! wish it wasnt cut off :(
they are not human...lol
they are too good
man, they are coming to grand rapids, mi in nov... but its the same day as phish in detroit.
sometimes the choices life throws at you just aren't fair.
mmw are one of the best bands i've ever seen
One of my favorite tunes off Shackman. Very nice.
Comments like these give me hope for mankind haha. Cheers from southern california U.S.A.
I love the clave rhythm in the keys. So groovy.
Chris's face from 1:48 to 1:43... love you man.
Different type of Jazz, I like Fusion and Groove jazz better than the traditional or Coffee house stuff. MMW and Charlie Hunter FTW!!!
NOBODY can play a metal lid like Illy B!
oh yes...Hammond and clavineto...
Nice music...
RESPECT
mmw offers the best funky mind massage. the craigslist escort special of music today.
yeah ! que du bonheur ici !
amazing band, i saw em live with john scofield. phenomenal show
i'm going to their concert tonight!!
You are correct sir. At 1:52 they start to kick some serious, serious ass.
amazing performance!!!
What a cool ending
awesome!!!
Who knew Conan could jam on bass so well?
very nice ! です.
Thanks man
:D Just great Music
Its just as if he was talking sign language on a keyboard!
Wheee!
ultimate!
Yes! Well mentioned. Creamy indeed!
epitome of Trio
@superchuds "even bill evans at time" lmfao oh my god
great vid
fabulous
duuu ka ralllleoo!!
@superchuds Don't sweat it. Maybe "traditional jazz" would be a better phrase. :) I think MMW is exactly the kind of band it wants to be, and I like that there's no easy label to place on their music. I find that's a common thread among many of my favorite musicians - that they more or less create a new language of their own, one that exists outside of conventional genres.
7 people were born without a groove muscle
groovy
@djlbp I think it's an ashtray. For real.
This suddenly reminded me strongly of a Ray Charles tune, and I can't place which one. HALP
i know, when i first heard the band i thought they had a guitar player
I mean, it's pretty groove/jazz oriented, I know what you mean, they have such a great trio vibe, but really lock down into some heavy shit when it comes to grooving.
exclusive, cool ^^
i love it, but sound wold be best
thanks, really thanks!
=)
does anyone know what that little silver thing billy martin is playing in the beginning is?
@seerskater Who're you callin ugly, son?
if herbie hancock and the meters had a musical baby it would sound exactly like mmw
rhodes ... electric piano.. he sometimes has a wurlitzer 200 series instead
@superjay42 they've called it themselves "homeless music"
@thedizzit Haha, yep. The one term i've heard that seems remotely fitting is "avant groove." That kind of captures some of the inherent contrasts and seeming contradictions in their sound, IMO
dirty wurly solo.. CMON
what would you call the keyboard medeski uses at 3:20
4:56 yeaah
Aw you suck. I wanted to see him with MMW, but I only got the replacement trio. The show was still one of the best I ever saw. Scofield is a god!!
Could you qualify your comment? It's a vacuous remark without providing reason.
so fucking groovy
clave?
Where can I find this performance in it's entirety?
@luthierjustin1 well said
@superchuds What's "true" jazz, then?
*rhythm...sorry i've never been able to spell this word correctly:)
@superjay42 medeski. no offense to medeski haha, woops i CAN see how it could sound like that. i guess im just saying medeski is beautiful in his own way.
What is on the cymbal at 5:40 liquid or something
na its a few beads filling wholes in the ride for a slightly rattle-y sound
They're rivets. Some folks call them "sizzles."
Herbie Hancock.
minute 1:52, man....minute 1:52
Saw them about 7 weeks ago in Portland, ME..The Jam Band fans were a little annoying screaming in my ears but hey its my own damn fault as an aging yuppie actual musician that I didn't shell out for reserved seating and be a true middle aged snob lmao!
@seerskater The Desk has sex appeal oozing from every pore. recognize.
It does seem asd though Billy Martin is holding the band back in terms of really stretching out. Even when he solos much of it sounds like grooves and patterns which are worked out in his head beforehand. As opposed to really improvising. He plays pretty straight ahead. Id lilke to hear Jack Dejohnette on the drums with the other two cats.
+Murugan Bhakti Huh?! I say huh?!
Gotta say you couldn't be more wrong. Billy is one of the tightest pocket players around. The best part of having him at a festival is the other drummers can't help but come see him play. Give you a chance to say hey!
lol wut?
@wesgibbens never in a million years will mm&w be a true jazz group. not saying they're bad, i love these guys. just not "true jazz".
ruimmmmmmm
@knathanstein
you mean Chuck Norris is the John Medeski of karate actors