This recording with Stevie Wonder's Band in London is without a doubt one of the very best live recordings of Chick Corea's "Spain". Stevie has brought together a band with musicians who not only accompany the arrangement perfectly, but also play very creative solos. You can feel that the musicians' joy in playing has spread to the audience: This is jazz!
Knew the song for ages but only just discover this one. Stevie must be a delight to jam with. Him and benson, but especially him, never fail to impress me jazzwise
Thank you Melissa for the names of the musicians they are great. One thing: I think you should have started with Victoria Theodore Keyboards-Intro and secondly with Stevie Wonder Harmonica anbd then the rest of the list
Every single one of these musicians was incredible. The saxophonist was actually my favorite, such a blend of soul, jazz and Latin flavors blending in that solo. Not to take away from all the other fantastic musicians, this was too notch. Saw Stevie live recently and he was just as amazing now as he as always been.
@@winslow137 Yes, Victoria Theodore! The best scene. The admiring, and almost relieved, smile from Victoria. After the best solo here, for me. Which was so good, complex and sophisticated that even she almost had a little trouble deciphering the 1 in the end... 😉
@@slapmyfunkybass You are right. But actually my answer wasn't referring to Victoria's solo at 6:58, but to Stanley Randolph's drum solo with which the original post above started. And which for me is the best solo here. Victoria's is ok too. Pretty much based on the melody, with some rhythmic variations. But since this is a pop act... no problem... easy listening... The "best scene" I was referring to above was her astonished look and smile after the drum solo, where I think she had trouble finding the 1 again and was happy to be able to rejoin in the rhumba clave break, with the others. After letting a few quarter notes pass... ;-)
With the exception of Joe Ford (sax) everyone of the musicians has departed. Rest in peace Larry Willis (piano), Andy Gonzalez (bass), Steve Berrios (drums), and Jerry Gonzalez (trumpet/flugelhorn/congas). It was a blast hanging with you guys. Although you may be gone, your music carries on…
you guys don't even understand how often I hear that trumpet solo in my head for some fucking reason. it's been months maybe a year since I first heard this and it still stuck with me. what an incredible performance by everyone.
It happens to me too, well not that trumpet solo but like musical licks or stuff, it happens to me when I sleep or when I go to the bathroom or when I’m in the car 😂
Its mind blowing the level of professionalism of the musicians and sound engineering, it shows what is needed to gig with a major tier artist, there's no room for mistakes.
Pffffttt that’s cap and you know it, mistakes are always gonna be there but they’re so good they make the mistakes sound intentional they just have such confidence and immense mastery over their craft.
. @@riptide534 Nothing is completely perfect, but this is about as close as it gets. Professional musicians make the occasional error, but they're rare and generally not too noticeable.
Bro this is the best part of all, i keep on coming back and back again on this part of the solos... and its crazy... he smiles and seems so excited about what he´s doing... the energy is contagious.
@@jonasmartinsen3439 written by; Chick Corea, Al Jarreau, Joaquin Rodrigo,and Artie Maren. But yea Stevie Wonder has written some of the most meaningful beautiful songs in the world.
Thank you Lord for finding this for me. ❤❤❤❤❤❤. 2023. Stevie is the very best harmonica player since Toots Thielmanns. Outstanding band! Bravo!!!!!! Thank you Peter for posting this.
This video is my pick-me-up. Whenever I am feeling sad or anxious about something, I put this video on, and by the end of it, I almost always am feeling better than I was previously. Thankyou Chick Corea, thank you Stevie Wonder, and thank you to all the awesome musicians who made this amazing performance possible.
Fausto Cuevas had the best solo. Phrasing wise; he lets it flow like a river. The subdivisions he chose were perfectly suited for the song, and the orchestrations absolutely served it.
Freeze at 2:41 - Such a badass frame. Commander Stevie leading his squad on a mission to level the hall with their explosive master-class jazz chops. Chills 😲
So, FYI, The performance of this tune, which has nothing at all to do with the song set of a Stevie Wonder show, is what we in the profession call a "Throw Away". Please note that every onstage instrumental element is checked during this performance. What your are experiencing here is the highest expression of the "Production" craft. The purpose of this performance, (within the show), is to test the levels of the various production elements, from audio, (recording truck, FOH and monitors), to lighting, (which is vitally important to both the in venue experience of the audience, and to the camera people recording the show), to videography, to communication between the director, the audio engineer in the truck, and the operators of these "seemingly" separate production elements. What you are witnessing is a brilliantly executed complete production check in plain sight of the audience. It also allows the performers to get their energy into the correct place to perform the show. In all probability the actual show began after this song was completed. Trust that everyone would be dressed, appropriately, for the show. Peace!
Kendall Brown nah man,they didnt change after this performance,the throw away/sound check probably happened before they went on stage,hours before the actual show
I have listened to this recording hundreds of times in the past year. The first time I heard it, I was blown away. I didn't think I could be more impressed with Stevie than I already was, but his band's performance of this number raised my level of appreciation for him. This recording totally lifts my mood. It's pure ecstasy.
The layering of the sound in the band is absolutely perfect. The balance is phenomenal, which could be more of the sound engineer's job, but even still, the musicians all bring something different to this and yet manage to stay out of each other's way. This is awesome.
Kareem Johnson The engineer here done perfect job. Yet we have to remember the main rule of sound engineering: shit in, shit out. If not the band and their superb control and self discipline, engineer wouldn't acheive any of that. Speaking from experience ;)
You might have to imagine that when this was pitched for the set list there was a unanimous, “Hell Yeah!!!” musicians love to play and stretch out. I love how all of the solos bring different sensibilities and reflect on the players influences. There are few artists who could throw this at their audience and meet with approval. Of course, Lil Stevie ain’t no ordinary artist!!! 😃😃😃
Stanley’s drum solo on this performance is, to this day, one of the most well executed pieces of drumming I’ll ever likely hear. The man is all class 👌🏼
I come back here periodically for about 5 years. What a way to introduce the band!! One of the greatest music pieces by the great Chick Corea. Fantastic presentations from all of them!!
Hi Carl, There is a vocal version of Spain by Rare Silk that will blow you away! Also, as stunning performances go, check out Brian Culbertson’s live jam of a song he wrote : Get It On!
That was ABSOLUTELY INSANE. I HAVE NEVER HEARD SUCH A DISTINCT THEME COMING FORM A BAND EVER. THIS WAS SO IN HARMONY i just am at a loss for words. just damn that was too freaking awesome. Evey single solo, the head all of it. just damn beautiful stuff.
Just fabulous...the skills in each player, and of course Stevie himself..I would say that's the best sound I've heard ...with Latin based music ...just phenomenal... Colin..Essex .UK
Whenever I hear Stevie Wonder tunes, especially live, I just know that the musicians have perfected their craft on playing their instruments and being able to play beyond professional on their instruments. So many performers' solos on this tune is flamin' hot!
I have lost count on the number of times I’ve watched this video! The solos are really quite amazing and a wonderful tribute to their individual talents. Stevie commands perfection from his group and gets it in spades! You can just feel the energy as well as the fun of these musicians are clearly having as they push themselves to their limits and beyond! Bravo Stevie Wonder Band!
What a fusion dream come true: this great song and these amazing musicians giving it their everything. Imagine if Stevie took this band and made a jazz or jazz fusion album! I can't help wishing he'd branch out beyond his amazing gifts to soul and pop music, like he did with "The Secret Life of Plants". After "Plants" didn't do well commercially, Stevie started repeating himself. While an SW jazz album probably wouldn't outsell Jay-Z or Lady Gaga, he'd ascend to where he really belongs which is a 21st century Ellington, Gershwin or McCoy Tyner. After seeing this video, I rest my case.
Excellent comment. You not only demonstrated impeccable grammar but a true appreciation, accompanied by a wide variety of music. You are probably the best "youtuber" I have ever "met." I completely agree with you, though I sadly agree with the Jay-Z and Lady Gaga parts, I also completely agree with the Ellington, Gershwin and McCor Yner part. In my humble opinion, Stevie Wonder is my idol. I cam only dream of meeting him some day to discuss music.
You're giving his post-"Plants" discography a bad reputation; he was still plenty adventurous after that, even if he did stray towards more commercially friendly endeavors. I don't really see how you could say he was repeating himself; his music in the '80s and '90s had a very different and fresh sonic palette. And he doesn't need to release anything else, he's already in that class of legendary artists you listed. Along with The Beatles, he's one of the most frequently covered popular artists in jazz.
I started this video thinking "I know it will be good, but I'm not watching an almost 12 minute video right now." Before I knew it the song was ending and I was thinking "NOOOO, not yet!" Wonderful playing all around!
All solos are great, very enjoyable, but Dwight Adams 's just extraordinary, not judging any of musicians but trumpet solo is totally high level, he changes the drummer's playing. But don't let the fact that one person is so different or more amazing block your ears to other sounds. If you listen to everything very carefully, you can find beautys. Great performance.
my mate was at the concert in LA and Chick Corea came out for this song and played with a band!! I heard chick was really digging it, so must have been good!
So thrilling I nearly had a heart attack. Does not get any better than this. I come back on the regular to rewatch. A absolute treat watching The Master stretch out on jazz tunes.
this is just the tip of the musical iceberg that Stevie is.. he is one of the most famous musicians of all time and I think he is still way underrated for what he actually means to the history of music.. as a vocalist, as an arranger, as a multi- instrumentalist, as a songwriter, he re defined and innovated an entire generation of music and musicians
What is there left to say? Stevie's genius is already etched in stone. This rendition of one of my favorite pieces of music is off the proverbial charts! The entire ensemble are fantastic. Congrats guys and gal.
I like how each soloist took a motif from the previous soloist. Tells you they were probably really tight behind the stage and care for each other. Iykyk.
OMG this is among the best versions I’ve ever heard !!! The trumpet solo is wow and Stevie is fantastic, they all are actually . Thank you to all the musicians that make our days brighter❤️
My favorites solos are from the both percussion but because I play these instruments, but all solos are realy winderful and I have a great great great pleasure to listen this song. Thanks a lot mister Stevie Wonder and thanks a lot to the band !!
Who are the people that click "thumbs down"? That was incredible musicianship. A blind guy leading a band, and he plays piano better than Chopin. His players are all stars and you can't find it in your heart to say say "Well done?". How is that possible? Show me what turns your crank.
Vincent Williams a normal musician plays with 3 senses 'feel, see, and hearing' and as mainstresm musicians we all relying heavily on all 3. stevie on the other hand, only uses feel and hear, hence why his playing is great because his hearing and feeling is so well trained and beaten because thats all he has to rely on . music is about hearing and feeling.. not seeing .. 👌 #GreatBand
One of my dads close friends died today. And me listening to this song for some reason reminds me of him. I'm gonna keep listening to this to feel like he is still here with us.
Anybody in 2024?
Oh yes definitely 😄
yo
Yesss!!!!
Hell yeahh
Of course
The sound guy for this gig is on level 1000
What is it that music engineers do again?
Ikr it literally sounds like a studio recording
@@riptide534 mixing and adjusting levels/ volume of sound. Think of him or her behind a big control panel :)
It's been subject to final mix in a studio, of course. and any fixes required. Not that I'm saying it needed many.
Agreed! This sound is off the chain!
A Solos festival !
2:21 Ryan Kilgore (saxo), 3:06 Errol Cooney (guit), 3:52 Roman Johnson (keyb), 4:38 Dwight Adams (trump), 5:24 Kyle Bolden (guit), 6:10 Munyungo Jackson (perc/tab), 6:57 Victoria Theodore (keyb), 7:42 Nathan Watts (bass), 8:28 Fausto Cuevas (perc/congas), 9:17 Stevie Wonder (keyb), 10:01 Stanley Randolph (drums).
😊
this needs to be pinned. damn
Thank u!
Thankyou kind person!
Someone pin this lovely motherfucker
This recording with Stevie Wonder's Band in London is without a doubt one of the very best live recordings of Chick Corea's "Spain". Stevie has brought together a band with musicians who not only accompany the arrangement perfectly, but also play very creative solos. You can feel that the musicians' joy in playing has spread to the audience: This is jazz!
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Live at Montreaux is definitely up there too
Knew the song for ages but only just discover this one. Stevie must be a delight to jam with. Him and benson, but especially him, never fail to impress me jazzwise
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All hail the sound engineer!
ABSOLUTELY!!
Hail CHICK COREA
Hail
Um super engenheiro de som!!!!
Hail
The Band (ordered by solos):
Ryan Kilgore - Saxophone
Errol Cooney - Guitar
Roman Johnson - Keyboards
Dwight Adams - Trumpet
Kyle Bolden - Guitar
Munyungo Jackson - Percussion
Victoria Theodore - Keyboards
Nathan Watts - Bass
Fausto Cuevas - Percussion
Stevie Wonder - Piano
Stanley Randolph - Drums
Keith John - Backing Vocals
Kim Brewer - Backing Vocals
Aisha Morris - Backing Vocals
Dejah Gomez - Backing Vocals
Thank you Melissa for the names of the musicians they are great. One thing: I think you should have started with Victoria Theodore Keyboards-Intro and secondly with Stevie Wonder Harmonica anbd then the rest of the list
Viet DAO
For very small money you can buy the DVD
More than two hours
Titel is : Live at last
Melisa , excelente tu informacion , maravillosa!!!
Thank you for this! Dwight Adams is a killer trumpet player, who I’d never heard before!
Thanx bro😊
Every single one of these musicians was incredible. The saxophonist was actually my favorite, such a blend of soul, jazz and Latin flavors blending in that solo. Not to take away from all the other fantastic musicians, this was too notch. Saw Stevie live recently and he was just as amazing now as he as always been.
I like first guitarist's solo.
and pretty girl on piano ;)
The smile on the keyboardist's face when she comes back in after the drum solo says it all.
R.I.P. Chick 😞☝️
Victoria Theador. Amazing player . Also plays for Beyonce. A great friend
@@winslow137 Yes, Victoria Theodore! The best scene.
The admiring, and almost relieved, smile from Victoria. After the best solo here, for me.
Which was so good, complex and sophisticated that even she almost had a little trouble deciphering the 1 in the end... 😉
@@joachimth43ma che grande divertimento nel complesso
@@joachimth43Think you’re being too nice here, a good Jazz pianist would have ripped it apart. She played it way too safe and mainly kept to melody.
@@slapmyfunkybass You are right.
But actually my answer wasn't referring to Victoria's solo at 6:58, but to Stanley Randolph's drum solo with which the original post above started. And which for me is the best solo here.
Victoria's is ok too. Pretty much based on the melody, with some rhythmic variations. But since this is a pop act... no problem... easy listening...
The "best scene" I was referring to above was her astonished look and smile after the drum solo, where I think she had trouble finding the 1 again and was happy to be able to rejoin in the rhumba clave break, with the others. After letting a few quarter notes pass... ;-)
RIP Chick Corea. Your music was timeless and will never be forgotten 🙏♥️
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wait, Chick Corea died?! He had just recently performed at our city a few years ago... that's really really sad
@@rocketboii9400 he past away couple month. Ago
yessssss!!!!
Chick Corea has left a lot of himself trought music.... RIP to one of the most amazing musicians of all....
Stevie on his harmonica in his cover of Spain - fabulous!!!!
@@roslmallinger7279 as soon as stevie comes in with the harp i get chills
With the exception of Joe Ford (sax) everyone of the musicians has departed. Rest in peace Larry Willis (piano), Andy Gonzalez (bass), Steve Berrios (drums), and Jerry Gonzalez (trumpet/flugelhorn/congas). It was a blast hanging with you guys. Although you may be gone, your music carries on…
Even the lady keyboardist?
Murierón todos de verdad?
@@CorbanArthur She is alive and well.
Are you talking about Chick Corea's band? Because these names above are not in Stevie's band, right?
Taking a solo on such a gig must be one of the most amazing feelings ever
you guys don't even understand how often I hear that trumpet solo in my head for some fucking reason. it's been months maybe a year since I first heard this and it still stuck with me. what an incredible performance by everyone.
Jazz music NEVER stops
@@petr8767 exactly right sir
It happens to me too, well not that trumpet solo but like musical licks or stuff, it happens to me when I sleep or when I go to the bathroom or when I’m in the car 😂
@@valentinasanchez5757 Jazz isn't just music it's a lifestyle
Me too lol
HOLY Saxofone! ..... oh wait... the guitarist! WTF, everyone is amazing! Percussion, omgg... soundgasm.
same
@@donalsam829 yep - you have to listen to them all. No short attention span allowed here
Exactly!!! Sound Extasy
music...!
Wow!! Exactly!!!
Its mind blowing the level of professionalism of the musicians and sound engineering, it shows what is needed to gig with a major tier artist, there's no room for mistakes.
Pffffttt that’s cap and you know it, mistakes are always gonna be there but they’re so good they make the mistakes sound intentional they just have such confidence and immense mastery over their craft.
@@riptide534 Yes, of course, nobody is perfect, but as a musician for almost 15 years let me tell you that this performance was near perfect.
@@gaborm5673 alright fair enough
@@riptide534 a flawless performance is 100% possible check out other bands like snarky puppy
. @@riptide534 Nothing is completely perfect, but this is about as close as it gets. Professional musicians make the occasional error, but they're rare and generally not too noticeable.
Stevie wonder really has an eye for talent
Every solo was on point
I'd say more and ear than eye
@@6stringstorulethemall967😂😂😂😂💀💀
Stevie’s turn for his solo ... no introduction needed.
stevies band is like the avengers 👌👌👌🔥🔥🔥🔥
Way better !!... They play together !
😭😭😭🔥🔥🔥
Bwo.. that's cwinge
you are right... catching a great groove
Justice League ! 💪
I’m a drummer and it’s my all-time dream to play this music at a show with a band like this. Maybe one day...
Same here. But since we're both drummers could we just take a second to admire the one and only Stanley Randolph on drums?
Same dream my man!
let's start a band, I want to play bass and trumpet on this song...
@@poshinoposhi alright let's go
You can do it bro!!! Greetings from Argentina!!
Y’all I’m just know realizing my dad was on this gig
What instrument does your dad play?
@@manuelfernando1962 trumpet
He played the best solo imo 🔥
6:10 Percussion solo from Munyungo Jackson on the Timbales is 🔥 The placement was great and very well thought of!
Well said.best percussionist ever.
Bro this is the best part of all, i keep on coming back and back again on this part of the solos... and its crazy... he smiles and seems so excited about what he´s doing... the energy is contagious.
Is anyone still watches this it’s 2020 and it’ll never get old 💯 music is life z💯🎼
one of my faves
Stanley be killing the drums man
Alec Reyes Stevie didn’t write the song, I agree he is a genius but this song is the work of Chick Corea
Alec Reyes I’m sorry man just came off that way with praising Stevie so much when they are playing a song he didn’t write, my bad
@@jonasmartinsen3439 written by; Chick Corea, Al Jarreau, Joaquin Rodrigo,and Artie Maren. But yea Stevie Wonder has written some of the most meaningful beautiful songs in the world.
Thank you Lord for finding this for me. ❤❤❤❤❤❤. 2023. Stevie is the very best harmonica player since Toots Thielmanns. Outstanding band! Bravo!!!!!! Thank you Peter for posting this.
This video is my pick-me-up. Whenever I am feeling sad or anxious about something, I put this video on, and by the end of it, I almost always am feeling better than I was previously. Thankyou Chick Corea, thank you Stevie Wonder, and thank you to all the awesome musicians who made this amazing performance possible.
Ditto ditto ditto ditto….
8:32 this man was feeling it, he had a groove , no one appreciates him in the comments so I will 👏🏻
those percussions sound amazing
for real, especially towards the end, he perfectly calculated the climax speed. great great solo
Fausto Cuevas had the best solo. Phrasing wise; he lets it flow like a river. The subdivisions he chose were perfectly suited for the song, and the orchestrations absolutely served it.
@@JAS-kd7xx 😐
@@JAS-kd7xx 😐
Soloists:
Ryan Kilgore - Saxophone
Errol Cooney - Guitar
Roman Johnson - Keyboards
Dwight Adams - Trumpet
Kyle Bolden - Guitar
Munyungo Jackson - Percussion
Victoria Theodore - Keyboards
Nathan Watts - Bass
Fausto Cuevas - Percussion
Stevie Wonder - Piano
Stanley Randolph - Drums
What a treat, listening to the talent in this ensemble play Armando's brilliant composition.
For the longest time I thought the saxophonist's name was ryan pickle. Thank you
Thanks for the names!!!
Freeze at 2:41 - Such a badass frame. Commander Stevie leading his squad on a mission to level the hall with their explosive master-class jazz chops. Chills 😲
Imagine being so good that Stevie Wonder selects you. What a sky high bar.
Dwight Adams is a genius soloist. His trumpet sounds like friendly notes saying hi to everyone. Great show Stevie!!
This what you call golden music. You can feel the soul and power of real musicians
They’re all world class musicians. In the 1%
I like that half the band dressed up and some of them are just wearing t shirts. I like to think they just said 'Eh, he's not gonna see us anyway.'
dude
Exactly
So, FYI, The performance of this tune, which has nothing at all to do with the song set of a Stevie Wonder show, is what we in the profession call a "Throw Away". Please note that every onstage instrumental element is checked during this performance. What your are experiencing here is the highest expression of the "Production" craft. The purpose of this performance, (within the show), is to test the levels of the various production elements, from audio, (recording truck, FOH and monitors), to lighting, (which is vitally important to both the in venue experience of the audience, and to the camera people recording the show), to videography, to communication between the director, the audio engineer in the truck, and the operators of these "seemingly" separate production elements. What you are witnessing is a brilliantly executed complete production check in plain sight of the audience. It also allows the performers to get their energy into the correct place to perform the show. In all probability the actual show began after this song was completed. Trust that everyone would be dressed, appropriately, for the show. Peace!
Kendall Brown nah man,they didnt change after this performance,the throw away/sound check probably happened before they went on stage,hours before the actual show
powerpc127 not funny
The whole Band are on another level. Pure Jazz Funk
I have listened to this recording hundreds of times in the past year. The first time I heard it, I was blown away. I didn't think I could be more impressed with Stevie than I already was, but his band's performance of this number raised my level of appreciation for him. This recording totally lifts my mood. It's pure ecstasy.
The layering of the sound in the band is absolutely perfect. The balance is phenomenal, which could be more of the sound engineer's job, but even still, the musicians all bring something different to this and yet manage to stay out of each other's way. This is awesome.
Kareem Johnson You're spot on! Professionalism and showmanship from the engineers and the artists!
Kareem Johnson The engineer here done perfect job. Yet we have to remember the main rule of sound engineering: shit in, shit out. If not the band and their superb control and self discipline, engineer wouldn't acheive any of that. Speaking from experience ;)
Couldn't agree more
Grazi,fantástico!!!Kareem Johnson
That's just God! Makes me glad I can play an instrument
every musician here,. is making love to their instrument,..love it
with there instruments..................bless patricia lopez
And they love each other
And to the music. And to each-other. That is what music the best music always is...
Patricia Lopez yeah
@@usubornhausIt's their..
Bless
Probably one of the best versions of Spain ever!!
who looking to this magical music now 2023 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
If i had to choose only 3 music performances in my whole lifetime,this performance is definately 1 of the chosen ones!
When I first saw this I said no way. It can’t be that good.
10min later Naa fam top 3 for sure
Nocap
I wonder what you'd say about this one: czcams.com/video/maXkMt__w0k/video.html
A wonderful song from a wonderful composer and pianist like Chick Corea, played by one of the greatest musicians of all times. Can't get any better!
It's Amazing
Yes, of all time. :)
You might have to imagine that when this was pitched for the set list there was a unanimous, “Hell Yeah!!!” musicians love to play and stretch out. I love how all of the solos bring different sensibilities and reflect on the players influences. There are few artists who could throw this at their audience and meet with approval. Of course, Lil Stevie ain’t no ordinary artist!!! 😃😃😃
Stevie put together an all-time cast that continues to bring honor to Chick's memory. RIP
I was there! It was so good we bought tickets to go and see him in Manchester a couple of days later!
This is the best band intro i've ever seen ..
look at al jarreaux I think that's how you spell it I'm not shure version
+Joe Egland al jarreau under the sky spain
it's not a band intro, it's a song by chick corea - spain
It's a spanish's song and his name is "CONCIERTO DE ARANJUEZ". I Hope enjoy it us.
@@contrabbastanza I think they meant the way Stevie introduced his musicians at the beginning of each of their solos.
Stanley’s drum solo on this performance is, to this day, one of the most well executed pieces of drumming I’ll ever likely hear.
The man is all class 👌🏼
Killer solo!!!!
I agree. Everything about it is just stunning - those triplets are the best way to start a drum solo ever. Gives me goosebumps!
You thought this was great then you should’ve heard his solos from the previous nights of the tour,he had us in awe every performance.
I actually think his solo was slightly all over the place. He could have taken us on more of a structured journey...just my thoughts
@@joshuahill2342 I couldn’t even feel the 4/4 in his playing ..
I come back here periodically for about 5 years.
What a way to introduce the band!!
One of the greatest music pieces by the great Chick Corea.
Fantastic presentations from all of them!!
Nathan Watts on bass -- the same virtuoso who played on the "Do I Do" track. Amazing!
How is it I'm JUST now hearing this!!?? - Stevie and his crew always bring it! Stunning! Bless you SW!!
Hi Carl, There is a vocal version of Spain by Rare Silk that will blow you away! Also, as stunning performances go, check out Brian Culbertson’s live jam of a song he wrote : Get It On!
Is anybody still watching this video like me in 2019?
me
COME ON YEAAAH THIS IS GREAT
fo sho!
Yes
At least once a week
세계 최정상급의 미친 세션들이 모인 엄청난 무대... 무대를 완전히 뒤집어놓으셨다
Who is listening to this January 2023. Saw Stevie for the first time 1967 in Barbados. Been a fan every since protect this man
Wwwowwww. Loved every second. I especially liked how Stevie gave lots of time to let his other musicians shine.
Certainly the song for it too, amazingly done. Loved how the intro was left just about entirely intact, fantastic rendition.
Agree with ur words. All those talented cats displayed so much abilities in the instruments
This "song" is really a few riffs and then space for as many solos as musicians in the band... Stevie does what any bandleader would.
@@ernestogasulla7763 Forget this. Jesús Molina and Arturo Sandoval just dropped a jam for the ages.
bad mannered cheap trash dirty dirty crap who dedicated himself to not recording musicians, they have to leave the planet now. OUT !!
That was ABSOLUTELY INSANE. I HAVE NEVER HEARD SUCH A DISTINCT THEME COMING FORM A BAND EVER. THIS WAS SO IN HARMONY i just am at a loss for words. just damn that was too freaking awesome. Evey single solo, the head all of it. just damn beautiful stuff.
Listen to the original by Chick Corea and Return to Forever
This music 🎶🎶🎵 this make.you become part of.the band.
Just fabulous...the skills in each player, and of course Stevie himself..I would say that's the best sound I've heard ...with Latin based music ...just phenomenal...
Colin..Essex .UK
Whenever I hear Stevie Wonder tunes, especially live, I just know that the musicians have perfected their craft on playing their instruments and being able to play beyond professional on their instruments. So many performers' solos on this tune is flamin' hot!
Кто, праздник души, 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
RIP Sir Corea. An Italo-American master with a spanish soul that will remain forever into our hearts
8:30 Im a guitar player but that congas guy just killed it in the solo !
Every single one of these musicians have enough skill to put on their own shows. An unholy gathering of monster talent. Mind blowing!
Wow, have never heard Stevie Wonder
play this kind of vibe. . Amazing 👏
I have lost count on the number of times I’ve watched this video! The solos are really quite amazing and a wonderful tribute to their individual talents. Stevie commands perfection from his group and gets it in spades! You can just feel the energy as well as the fun of these musicians are clearly having as they push themselves to their limits and beyond! Bravo Stevie Wonder Band!
What a fusion dream come true: this great song and these amazing musicians giving it their everything. Imagine if Stevie took this band and made a jazz or jazz fusion album! I can't help wishing he'd branch out beyond his amazing gifts to soul and pop music, like he did with "The Secret Life of Plants". After "Plants" didn't do well commercially, Stevie started repeating himself. While an SW jazz album probably wouldn't outsell Jay-Z or Lady Gaga, he'd ascend to where he really belongs which is a 21st century Ellington, Gershwin or McCoy Tyner. After seeing this video, I rest my case.
Great comment, Elaine.
Excellent comment. You not only demonstrated impeccable grammar but a true appreciation, accompanied by a wide variety of music. You are probably the best "youtuber" I have ever "met." I completely agree with you, though I sadly agree with the Jay-Z and Lady Gaga parts, I also completely agree with the Ellington, Gershwin and McCor Yner part. In my humble opinion, Stevie Wonder is my idol. I cam only dream of meeting him some day to discuss music.
Stevie is a great or greater than any of the above.
I believe you have summarized this perfectly. I applaud you sir.
You're giving his post-"Plants" discography a bad reputation; he was still plenty adventurous after that, even if he did stray towards more commercially friendly endeavors. I don't really see how you could say he was repeating himself; his music in the '80s and '90s had a very different and fresh sonic palette. And he doesn't need to release anything else, he's already in that class of legendary artists you listed. Along with The Beatles, he's one of the most frequently covered popular artists in jazz.
Best 12 minutes of my life
I listen it everyday but today hits different.
8:53 you can hear stevie wonder practicing his upcoming solo in the background during the congo solo
I started this video thinking "I know it will be good, but I'm not watching an almost 12 minute video right now." Before I knew it the song was ending and I was thinking "NOOOO, not yet!" Wonderful playing all around!
All solos are great, very enjoyable, but Dwight Adams 's just extraordinary, not judging any of musicians but trumpet solo is totally high level, he changes the drummer's playing. But don't let the fact that one person is so different or more amazing block your ears to other sounds. If you listen to everything very carefully, you can find beautys. Great performance.
youre right but guitar solo is my favorite cause it wasnt boring which usually is
first one i mean
I read this when the trumpet’s doin solo, and i agree with youuu
High level , top level , awesome.
Damn, these solos are outta sight! Great band, playing a massively difficult tune. Well done!
I was honestly waiting for Stevie to say “MEEeeE!” And start soloing 😂😂
Tight band- I've seen lots of bands fall apart playing Spain live.
my mate was at the concert in LA and Chick Corea came out for this song and played with a band!! I heard chick was really digging it, so must have been good!
That drum solo has cured my depression
C'est vrai que ça fait du bien !
RIP to an absolute legend, this song is still one of the coolest I’ve heard
dude stevie is still alive
@@nicholasparker.970 chick corea
@@user-bb4ok4gl7l oh im sorry yes rip
It couldn't get any better than this one WELL DONE
I almost cried watching this.. Amazing. What a gift to humanity
Frank Guglielmino
Frank I’m sitting here thinking this should be mandatory to watch in school!
Holy shit
What are you talking about? You ALMOST cried? I shed a few tears with most of the solos. But you're right, this IS a gift to humanity.
So thrilling I nearly had a heart attack. Does not get any better than this. I come back on the regular to rewatch. A absolute treat watching The Master stretch out on jazz tunes.
this is just the tip of the musical iceberg that Stevie is.. he is one of the most famous musicians of all time and I think he is still way underrated for what he actually means to the history of music.. as a vocalist, as an arranger, as a multi- instrumentalist, as a songwriter, he re defined and innovated an entire generation of music and musicians
02/01/23 I'm watching this for the 1st time and wow . Just wow .
Stevie is the master on the Chromatic. This is an incredible piece.
What is there left to say? Stevie's genius is already etched in stone. This rendition of one of my favorite pieces of music is off the proverbial charts! The entire ensemble are fantastic. Congrats guys and gal.
C'est tellement bon la meilleure version de Spain que je connaisse
J'admets
Forget it! Drum solos always hit different 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂
That drummer’s a legend!!!
I ... WILL... NEVER.. GET... TIRED... OF .. THIS SONG!!!😀🐱🐱🐱👍👍👍👍😍😍😍😁🤯🤯🐱🐱🐱🐱
So good….. to hear and see these musicians play this beautiful song makes me so happy 😊💃🎼
Totally agree
I like how each soloist took a motif from the previous soloist. Tells you they were probably really tight behind the stage and care for each other. Iykyk.
I think this is the best version of this beautiful rendition i have heard so far 😘
It's really a good one! I wonder what you would say about this one? czcams.com/video/maXkMt__w0k/video.html
I was there with my son...
the greatest concert i've ever seen... , was not in London, but i have seen it in Cologne, Germany... really wonderful :-)
Lucky bastard...
Blessed ears
Wow you lucky guy!!!!!!
Luckier
Outstanding performances of all this Roster & the magic of Steve Wonder
OMG this is among the best versions I’ve ever heard !!! The trumpet solo is wow and Stevie is fantastic, they all are actually . Thank you to all the musicians that make our days brighter❤️
REAL musicians!
real Donald Trump
Omg how is it that I never heard his rendition of Spain????? I’m speechless!
My favorites solos are from the both percussion but because I play these instruments, but all solos are realy winderful and I have a great great great pleasure to listen this song. Thanks a lot mister Stevie Wonder and thanks a lot to the band !!
Stevie plays "Spain" a half step lower. WooooWeee!
🎸🎶🎸🎶🎸🎶🎸🎶
Chick Corea, Spain and Stevie Wonder, all my No. 1 favourites...
The same level
And Al Jarreau
Blood, Sweat and Tears also did a cover of this song.
Nobody overplayed their instrument. The phrasing of each musician was excellent!
I was at this gig in London at the O2 Arena in 2008. He was incredible. Simply incredible. What an amazing show he put on!!
What would it be like to be there?❤️😭
A very great feeling....
Can't stop listening to this since I stumbled upon it 5 years ago!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (R.I.P. Chick Corea)
Who are the people that click "thumbs down"? That was incredible musicianship. A blind guy leading a band, and he plays piano better than Chopin. His players are all stars and you can't find it in your heart to say say "Well done?". How is that possible? Show me what turns your crank.
Trolls man, trolls everywhere...
THIS is MUSIC!!! #StevieWonder is pure GENIUS!
Yes, Stevie is a genius! But we gotta remember that song is from Chick Corea
February 2024 … love this sooooooo much thanks for posting these ICONS …
Watch this all the time. One of my favs.
I've been playing the piano for 14 years, and I still can't do the shit Stevie Wonder does on the keys AND HE'S BLIND. Lol soooo jealous, I LOVE HIM
Vincent Williams a normal musician plays with 3 senses 'feel, see, and hearing' and as mainstresm musicians we all relying heavily on all 3. stevie on the other hand, only uses feel and hear, hence why his playing is great because his hearing and feeling is so well trained and beaten because thats all he has to rely on . music is about hearing and feeling.. not seeing .. 👌 #GreatBand
Also Stevie has been playing for over 60 years and you less than a quarter of that so you still got a way to go yet haha
Yup, though on the other hand Stevie probably was capable of this solo by his early twenties.
1 day man 1 day!!! hahahahahah
@ Vincent Williams - Try listening to some Art Tatum - He was blind too!!! :-)
One of my dads close friends died today. And me listening to this song for some reason reminds me of him. I'm gonna keep listening to this to feel like he is still here with us.
This is GENIUS of the genius
Hello from Japan.
This is the best Stevie Wonder's band.