John Mclaughlin, Elvin Jones, Joey Defrancesco-Jazz a Juan, 1996.
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- Опубліковано 6 лис 2012
- John McLaughlin - guitar
Joey DeFrancesco - hammond organ
Elvin Jones - drums
1. My Favorite Things
2. Sing Me Softly of the Blues
3. Encuentros
4. Naima
5. Take the Coltrane
John McLaughlin (born 4 January 1942, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England), also known as Mahavishnu John McLaughlin, is an English guitarist, bandleader and composer. His music includes many genres of jazz, and rock, which he coupled with an interest in Indian classical music to become one of the pioneering figures in fusion.
In 2010 guitarist Jeff Beck called him "the best guitarist alive".[1] The Indian tabla maestro Zakir Hussain has called him "one of the greatest and one of the important musicians of our times". In 2003 McLaughlin was ranked 49th in Rolling Stone magazine list of the "100 Greatest Guitarists of All Time".
After contributing to several key British groups of the early sixties and making his first solo record Extrapolation (with Tony Oxley and John Surman) he moved to the USA where he played with Tony Williams's group Lifetime and then with Miles Davis on his landmark electric jazz-fusion albums In A Silent Way, Bitches Brew, A Tribute to Jack Johnson and On The Corner. His 1970s electric band, the Mahavishnu Orchestra, performed a technically virtuosic and complex style of music that fused electric jazz and rock with Indian influences.
Joey DeFrancesco (born April 10, 1971) is an American jazz organist, trumpeter, and vocalist. Down Beat's Critics and Readers Poll selected him as the top jazz organist every year since 2003.When DeFrancesco was seventeen years old, Miles Davis asked him to join his band. DeFrancesco toured Europe and recorded Amandla with Davis.[1] He became well known in the 1990s, however, through his work with John McLaughlin's trio Free Spirits. He has also played with jazz guitarists Pat Martino, Paul Bollenback, Jimmy Bruno, Dave Stryker, Danny Gatton as well as trumpet player Big Jim Henry and many others.Today, Joey DeFrancesco plays an average of 200 nights a year on the road with various musicians. His core bands include Byron Landham (drums), Paul Bollenback (guitar) or Pat Bianchi (keyboards). When not on the road, he resides in Arizona with his mother, father and daughter Ashley Blue Defrancesco.
Elvin Ray Jones (September 9, 1927 -- May 18, 2004) was a jazz drummer of the post-bop era.He showed interest in drums at a young age, watching the circus bands march by his family's home in Pontiac, Michigan.From 1960 to 1966 he was a member of the John Coltrane quartet (along with Jimmy Garrison on bass and McCoy Tyner on Piano), a celebrated recording phase, appearing on such albums as A Love Supreme. Following his work with John Coltrane, Jones led several small groups, some under the name The Elvin Jones Jazz Machine. He recorded with both of his brothers during his career, jazz musicians Hank Jones and Thad Jones.
RIP Big, Bad Joey DeFrancesco, age 51 - I’m sitting here crying - I can’t believe he left the jazz club SO early. Thank you and blessings to your family JOEY D.
Yeah, I thought him getting slimmer was actually a health effort in order to play that organ a couple of decades longer.. sad, but he burned bright and frankly by the time he was in his 30's he pretty much finished the game already as he caught the last height of the Jazz era when all those recording artists played stadia not some club somewhere in the back.. and he played with all the greats. I was also looking forward to lots of Joey on the new Viscount organ..alas.
A drummer's drummer, an organist's organist, and a guitarist's guitarist...I'm guessing a lot of musicians are commenting here :-) Awesome stuff!!
AMEN
Mr. Wazzo,
DeFrancesco's pure joy and enthusiasm lights up fellow musicians and the audience.
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beautifully stated...and all 3 loved
Fricken heck! 70 year old drummer!!!!! What a band!
Elvin Jones provides a blanket of rhythmic sound that washes over the entire performance, with interest, but without distraction. AWESOME.
Well said Ron!
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Thanks.
Teaching has helped me focus on describing music.
@@ronaskew peace ✌️🌍😎
And Elvin's playing like THAT at 70 years of age. Amazing.
already at 1.40 they sound so tight and in control...cool.
Come on man Elvin has always been awesome. I seen him a few times. I also seen John who is till untouchable to this day.
I think, you will be amazed if you check up a Roy Haynes. He is 95 now.
Here after the news.... RIP Joey DeFrancesco
How gifted we are to hear him, especially alongside two other legends.
No one had control of his sound like Elvin. The stuff he did with the hat, in and out of the cymbal pattern, was like none other. He perfected that style and it was always brilliant. His cymbals were to die for, in all of his recordings. And his accents always exploded. Others of his era had better technique, but was a true artist. He is sentimental choice for Best Drummer Ever.
You hit the nail on the head.
What Doth Life no the drum ha ha haaaaa
bedlam6666 my FAV Coltrane drummer.
Check out Brian Blade, he's the new guy on the block and he has not only the chops, but everything else, more than incredible!
I could not have said this better myself. He's my all-time favourite.
Elvin is my favorite jazz drummer. His deep technically and musically drumming is amazing
Listen too how great these guys are together! All Jazz Legends. Deal with it! I love all kinds of jazz from swing,Bebop to Avant-garde and fusion. It's all relevant....Jazz has so many different styles weather it be the era or technique, and it will always grow as long as there's musicians willing to play and grow to be themselves. Long Live Jazz.
Joey seems to be in ecstasy throughout, as if he can't believe he's playing with these legends. But there is a third legend there for sure. Joey wouldn't be there if he weren't the great artist he is. Bravo all.
I think that sometimes God speaks through music, and very talented musicians are His messengers. I was very fortunate to hear Elvin Jones live. And that was one of the greatest epiphanies I had in my life.
Good lord, John was a monster as usual this night. In full control of his technique, phrasing and his chops!!! Love to see Elvin and Joey also. They're perfect trio!
I am so moved by all of these exquisite musicians.
Elvin, your smile...is forever! Thank you for gracing our world with it.
About McL. noodling I think is completely his way and style and is not merely circus. Is part of the essence of his creativity and I like him so much. There's a lot of Coltrane "noodling" in his style. Elvin is GOD for me, my best prefered drummer ever
Elvin is the best drummer ever and to play with him it's a dream for every musicians,you can fly aniwhere you want and he follows you and supporting you including all your deepest expression. Anyone, even today,can approach his mastery.
Indeed! Elvin is amazing! I used to think that Elvin was too intricated to play along... until the day that I got the courage to play along a recording of his. Man... it is exactly like you said... it's like walking on a royal tapestry! I understand that most people that commented on this video are John's fans (I'm not, though I can appreciate his playing at times) but surely the man to hear here is Ray-El Elvin Jones!
I am very happy to hear about your passion for music...
uuu what about jack dejohnette?
Yohanes Sitanggang JDj is a geat drummer.
This is real music ! So called artists of today could learn much from this artistry.
What more can one say about this convocation of masters?I’ll say this ,it’s earlier in the morning ,I am in pain but when I listen to these masters ,poverty;pain and loneliness disappear in the sound waves of something eternal and angelic.That something is this sound made by a rare mix of musicians probably never to be repeated in this millennium.
The truth powerangers
The best organ guitar trio ever...and Mr. Elvin Jones you are gift to mankind
There is NOTHING in this world like the original Hammond B3. It has to be one of the greatest inventions ever made.
00:00 My Favorite Things
15:26 Sing Me Softly of the Blues
25:00 Encuentros
42:20 After the Rain
49:41 Take the Coltrane
Thanks!
Whatever era of John, you can always see the complete joy of the experience for him, he's just so absorbed in his craft; a deep, spiritual musician of the highest order.
He's a Gift.
"Dancing at the feet of my Lord
All is bliss
All is bliss "
I completely agree and it's that wonderful instrument that gets him to that place.
Absolutely a true true master ❤
John technique uninhibited as Liquid lightning astral projection. Golden reflection Of the hummingbird and the Phoenix flight of return
It is so nice to hear Coltrane done by such great musicians who realize one of the most innovative jazz players ever..John, Joey and Elvin capture Coltranes spirit.
Elvin...you are missed...
Killer trio, it doesn't get much better than this
Look how elvin responds and supports these unconventional and inovative soloists... man he's enjoying every moment, it speaks for itself. I love the space and balance of their phrasing, just beautiful.
A legendary jazz trio indeed. Each of the players a world of sound born in the Coltrane galaxy.
Man that Keyboardist is out of this world. So great!
Best performance on UA-cam! I'm grateful that Elvin did not play everything straight throughout his amazing career. He became a favorite and I never grow tired of listening to him everyday. Gosh these guys are perfect! If John and Joey aren't wild enough, you have the drummer who created and was there when it originally happened! I cannot imagine how I would feel.
What I love about hearing this, is it brings back for me the 1960's when the hammond B3 was still king and I had the privilege of standing behind cats like John Lightfoot, just a local Mail man, but could play his ass off when it came to the B3 and hearing the light touches of Chico on drums or hanging out at the Blue Note on one side and the Gate on the other, just a shot and go bars in Newark that had Hammond's in the center of each bar with alternating sets so you hear Charles Earland, Airto on one side Jimmy Smith and Lee Morgan (with his snake skin boats) on the other and how they would swing.
Elvin Jones just a giant of drumming ,,
No question; Elvin is the glue that holds this trio together. When Gerry Mulligan debuted his "piano-less" combo, he forced the drummer to play less for himself and more for the ensemble. Elvin does this to perfection! He listens so well and instantly responds to what the other two do; keeping the trio grounded. All-time great!
Saxman1219 I agree, Saxman, but let me spin your insightful observations of Elvin's superb drumming a couple degrees to the left. Elvin had played My Favorite Things far more than John or Joey. It even looks like Jones was leading here and they were following.
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I see it somewhat like that. Jones played that song million times, here he's actually trying 'not' to play it, like "Hey kids, I know this song so well, played it with so many greats, I don't even have to play it and it will still sound like the song." Jones could project it so strongly on a psychic level it didn't matter what he played technically, it was music in the purest sense. Where as JM is playing stuff he's practiced and trying to make it fit in (the song) musically, Jones is creating music on the spot by listening and 'being' the song, a lot of that coming from a confident place of already being there a million times.
Never before and never after such a combination of musicians.....
elvins drums sound sooooooo good amazing energy and spirit from these gods
What a trio!!! Genius genius and genius. And channeling coltrane, amazing. This is just overwhelming.
First of all......what a trio! I love Johnny Mac on a box even though it is very processed.I love to hear him play and he can do whatever he wants.He is class,a great world artist and is very passionate and expressive.
Elvin's smile is priceless 😊
There simply are no words. Insane!!!!
Joey D is a marvel. This combo is perfect.
This is an outstanding concert from the minds of three genius musicians who enjoy playing the finest music you can provide available
John is the chase, sprinter, and the peloton as band leader. It;s so beautiful to see his team mates wanting to play well for him. He produces love and devotion. I've felt it for 45 years now, feel me?
Hi Weesel
This performance is lacking though.
@@mikehawk9461 A bass player
You said it perfectly 🙏 out of this world! Gone, gone beyond… and yet…
Elvin is the leader of this group by a long measure.
I saw this tour live, wow, the music these guys made was unbelievable, man..just on another planet, thses guys are!!!
Oohhh we they killed this! So glad my father introduced me to Elvin when I was in the crib.
Great Stuff. Thank you John, Elvin and Joey.
What can I say , I just love these guys !
guitar has an amazing tone, just wonderful
What a treat! One of Joey's best... inspired by the best.
Elvin as great as ever..
J’y étais !!!!! Merci d’avoir posté cette vidéo. 👍.
"A soul like a flag unfurled gave us music that changed our world, given with a love so supreme, our favorite things are now heard, not seen." td
Three of the greatest jazz musicians ever. As a guitarist myself, John is just phenomenal. Masterful improvisation. RIP Elvin and now sadly Joey
Love you Elvin where ever you are, what an inspirational performer
These guys are maestros. God Elvin Jones uses that ultra fast hand that Ton Williams has. Those two drummers, Tony and Elvin, are my favorite drummers, but all of those Blue Note guys have it. Ever hear Joe Chambers? Elvin plays with such great taste, both here and everywhere, he's a joy. This is a wonderful date. A+
It's incredible how much organic texture Elvin Jones brought to everything. Any time he plays, it's hard to imagine him not being there. Without him, you just have some good line work.
Great John Mclaughlin, beautiful band.
What a line up, and giving praise to great innovative art.
Elvin Jones was always a kick in the pants, in my opinion the best drummer ever. He was also a teacher of kids. It is amazing the amount of energy he used to put out. He was the only one in the John Coltrane Quartet who could keep step with Coltrane, many times with Elvin Jones and Jimmy Garison completely dropping out.
Spectacular concert that gets better and better as it goes along . Wonderful
My Favorite Things is a classic. I loved hearing that one. 😁
Elvin- what a touch! John’s solo on “ Favorite Things” reminds me of “ Ralph’s Piano Waltz” with Abercrombie, Jack D and Jan Hammer. That vibe.
its when you hear john playing this more conventional jazz that it becomes obvious what an amazing musician he is ,was and will continue to be..his goal was truly BEYOND...
I hear you Greg. Hit me hard 😢 peace ✌️❤
Elvin all the way! Fantastic
Love this era of Mclaughlin. This trio, the Heart of Things band, and the guitar trio recording were Mclaughlin in his absolute best.
elvin!
saw you perform live 6 times over the years, and i miss you so much, i am trying to see every video of you i can find, beside having some 100 albums you played on...
needles to say you're my biggest inspiration to play drums. thank you forever!
Une video qui restera ...Trois âmes remplies de musiques , de superbe musique , merci ! Pavel Levin !
Holy Shit!!! He just keeps getting better and better...and how about that hair. God Bless!
Jealousy gets you nowhere! Sit with your instrument and a metronome and Practice, John inspires me to be a better musician and a more compassionate human being, he is without doubt the greatest guitarist but also empathetic to musicians who do try and make a living from their talents which in this day and age especially is not easy, its a struggle but love of music and art can overcome anything, for me its a labour of love!!!
Just mindblowing, the knowledge.
FANTASTICI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Elvin Jones! Yes indeedy.
Fantastico Trio, Gracias por compartir.
Saludos desde Chile.
Wlvin Jones... always inspiring!
KING ELVIN the Terminator...The Jazz Machine !!
Excellently!👋👋👋👍🙏
two million stars is not enough for such a performance
John is so amazing with that guitar. As far as I'm concerned, no one has ever even matched has skill.
I am watching for the umpteenth time... 101 stars and more
I just love JM's tone...wish he had been playing that guitar since 96...
I love how Mr. McLaughlin sound here on his guitar!
We will ALWAYS miss you Joey D!!!!!!
Elvin-awesome
John McLaughlin & Elvin Jones. "My Favorite Things." Un-freakin'-believable.
Mr. Levin, Thank You so much for your comprehensive history of this wonderful music.
FFS, this is absolutely brilliant. Three masters. I've seen Joey DeFrancesco play with Pat Martino alot, great player. I'll listen to anything Elvin Jones on it and where do I start with Mr Mclaughlin? Divine stuff to take me away from the biblical storm that is raging outside my window. Danke.
Elvin Jones my Drummer IDOL!!!
Buon anima Elvin & Joey. Got a chance to see all 3 of these masters. John. Keep doing what you're doing my man! incredible rendition of My Favorite Things...just wow
I think McLaughlin is one of the greatest musicians alive today. The band are on fire here! McLaughlin is particularly animated and seems greatly inspired. Still, for anyone who doesn't dig this gig, you couldn't deny the great passion he has for music, his integrity, his unique tone and the heavy contribution he's made to jazz. If you didn't know already, the use of ring modulator was his attempt at emulating a saxophonist's change in embouchure to create a more harmonically rich overblown sound.
His contributions are huge, and it is good to see him getting the respect he has earned.
@David LoPan Nor do the majority of those who post comments - it would be better if 'comments' were turned off
just watching elvin smile here
I just heard the news of Maestro Joey's passing. Absolutely stunned and heartbroken.
love Elvin's playing, fantastic!
Maravillosa versión la de "Sing Me Softly of the Blues", aunque todo el performance es excelente.
They swing for REAL!!!
I think that Joey is as close as you can come to hearing what Jimmy Smith sounded like in his prime. This reminds me so much of Who's Afraid of Virginia Wolf. Love it man.
Trois merveilleux MUSICIENS !!!!! au sommet de leur art !
Elvin grooves like sliding on ice.....SO SMOOTH AS HOT BUTTER BABY.
Thanks for posting this video, love it. Whole crew are virtuosos, & especially John Mac - the John Coltrane & beyond - on guitar !
Elvin per riuscire ad apprezzare almeno un pò il tuo straordinario talento musicale, mi permetto di affermare che bisogna essere un batterista..! Da buon profano posso dire solo che sei immenso, pur non riuscendo a circoscrivere la grandezza del tuo genio!
Wow!!, it's kind of like taking a drum bath during the solo. Also it's hard to put into words how hard Elvin is swinging; I especially like the last tune. I think Elvin's greatest contribution was always soul & feeling & in his very own way.
John McLaughlin a beautiful sound that like Trane was expansive and maximal. His style reminds me how much of a miracle even the simple act of living is. It makes me think of how on the subatomic level each photon is on a violent and chaotic journey to an unknown destination at the fastest speed possible, before they reach your eyes and you realize you're looking at a beautiful flower. So much to unpack here.
P.S. The 4th piece is not Naima, it's After The Rain.
Mortals are not capable of fully appreciating his playing