Steve Plews Vladimir Miller - From Khlebnikov To Beckett

Review by Ирина Горькова

From Khlebnikov to Beckett is a collaborative album by Steve Plews and Vladimir Miller, which features a unique blend of jazz and spoken word. The album is a tribute to two great poets, Velimir Khlebnikov and Samuel Beckett, and showcases their works through the medium of music.

The album opens with "Zangezi Suite", a jazz-infused piece that sets the tone for the rest of the album. The spoken word segments are beautifully woven into the music, creating a seamless fusion of two art forms. The album features a range of instruments, including piano, saxophone, double bass, and drums, which are used to great effect to create a varied and dynamic soundscape.

The standout track on the album is "Waiting for Godot", which features a powerful spoken word performance by Miller, accompanied by a haunting piano melody. The track perfectly captures the existential themes of Beckett's work and is a testament to the skill of both Plews and Miller.

Summary by Ирина Горькова

From Khlebnikov to Beckett is a masterful album that successfully blends two distinct art forms to create something truly unique. Plews and Miller have created an album that is both thought-provoking and musically satisfying, and is sure to appeal to fans of jazz and spoken word alike.