Pat Metheny / Heath Brothers / The Dave Brubeck Quartet / B.B. King – Kool Jazz at Midem

Pat Metheny / Heath Brothers / The Dave Brubeck Quartet / B.B. King – Kool Jazz at Midem

A rare live compilation capturing a meeting point of modern jazz, blues, and swing, Kool Jazz at Midem brings together an exceptional lineup of artists across generations and styles. Featuring guitarist Pat Metheny alongside the Heath Brothers, plus performances from the legendary The Dave Brubeck Quartet and blues icon B.B. King, this release captures the energy of a special festival setting where jazz and blues traditions intersect.

The set opens with Metheny’s fluid, modern guitar work layered over the rhythmic sophistication of the Heath Brothers, setting a contemporary jazz tone. From there, Brubeck’s quartet delivers its signature blend of inventive time signatures and lyrical swing on pieces like “Blue Rondo” and “Lover Man.” The mood shifts again as B.B. King takes the stage, bringing unmistakable blues phrasing and emotional directness to classics such as “The Thrill Is Gone” and “Payin’ The Cost To Be The Boss.”

A snapshot of live performance history, this collection highlights the shared roots and evolving dialogue between jazz and blues at an international stage.

Tracklist:

1. Pat Metheny With The Heath Brothers – Move To The Groove – 7:29
2. The Dave Brubeck Quartet – Lover Man – 7:27
3. The Dave Brubeck Quartet – Blue Rondo – 7:06
4. The Dave Brubeck Quartet – Ol’ Bill Basie – 6:23
5. B.B. King – The Thrill Is Gone – 4:58
6. B.B. King – Guess Who? – 5:47
7. B.B. King – Payin’ The Cost To Be Boss – 6:09