Wenn man versucht einen Prototypen eines gegenwärtigen Jazzmusikers zu formulieren, dann könnte der Trompeter & Komponist Russell Gunn einen geradezu Idealtypen abgeben, der es neben musikalischen Fähigkeiten auch versteht, ein interessantes Album zu produzieren. Mit seiner Elektrik Butterfly Band gestaltet der Künstler eine unglaubliche musikalische Power aus den Kompositionen von Miles Davis. MUSICIANS: Russell Gunn (tp) ELEKTRIK BUTTERFLY: Orrin Evans (pinao), Mark Kelley (bass), Montez Cole
"Russell Gunn Plays Miles" is a captivating CD release by acclaimed trumpeter Russell Gunn, produced by the respected jazz label High Note. On this album, Gunn pays tribute to the legendary Miles Davis, reinterpreting some of his most iconic works with fresh energy and creative arrangements. The recording showcases Gunn's virtuosic trumpet skills and deep understanding of jazz tradition while infusing each track with his own modern sensibility. Listeners are treated to both faithful renditions and innovative takes on classic pieces, making this album a must-have for any jazz enthusiast. High Note Records is renowned for its dedication to high-quality jazz productions, consistently supporting top-tier artists in the genre since its founding in 1997. Russell Gunn himself has built an impressive career as one of contemporary jazz?s leading voices; he has received Grammy nominations and collaborated with legends such as Branford Marsalis and Wynton Marsalis.