Jason Miles is a Grammy Award-winning keyboardist, producer, composer, arranger, and sonic visionary whose pioneering use of synthesizers and innovative production style have shaped the sound of modern jazz, R&B, soul, and fusion for over four decades.

From his iconic work with Miles Davis in the 1980s to his cutting-edge global fusion projects of today, Jason has remained at the forefront of creative music-making—continually exploring new sounds while honoring the artistry of the legends he’s worked with.

🔹 Miles Davis, Luther Vandross & A Legacy of Innovation

A native of New York City, Jason Miles first came to prominence for his groundbreaking synth programming and atmospheric textures on three of Miles Davis’ landmark albums: the Grammy-winning Tutu (1986), Music from Siesta(1987), and Amandla (1989). These records marked a bold new direction in Davis’ late career and positioned Jason as a pioneer of the fusion between jazz, funk, and modern electronic production.

His long-standing collaboration with Marcus Miller also led to key roles in classic albums by David Sanborn (A Change of Heart, Close Up, Upfront) and Luther Vandross, contributing to 8 of Vandross’ albums—including Grammy-winning hits Power of Love/Love Power and Here and Now. Jason’s influence is woven into the sound of some of the biggest names in music, including Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, The Crusaders, Michael Brecker, George Benson, and many more.

🔹 Tributes & Concept Albums: Honoring the Legends

Jason is also renowned for curating and producing themed tribute albums that bring together top-tier talent to honor music’s greats:

• To Grover With Love (2000) and 2 Grover With Love (2008) are celebrated tributes to Grover Washington Jr., featuring a who’s who of contemporary jazz artists. The first album sold over 125,000 copies; both are considered genre staples.
• In 2010, Jason co-produced Grover Live, a previously unreleased 1997 concert performance. Its release introduced Grover’s powerful live presence to a new generation.
• Celebrating the Music of Weather Report (2000) brought together stars like Michael & Randy Brecker, Joe Sample, Omar Hakim, Victor Bailey, and John Scofield in a vibrant reimagining of the legendary fusion group’s music. The live tour, launched in 2017, continues to receive rave reviews, including a standout performance at the Clearwater Jazz Festival in 2017.

“The sold-out concert delivered a memorable performance that would have made Joe Zawinul, Wayne Shorter and company proud.” — Berks Jazz Fest

🔹 Global Noize & Kind of New: The Future of Fusion

In 2008, Jason co-founded Global Noize with DJ Logic, creating an adventurous collective blending jazz, funk, electronic, world music, and spoken word. Their 2014 release Sly Reimagined—a 21st-century tribute to Sly and the Family Stone—featured Roberta Flack, Nona Hendryx, and original Family Stone drummer Greg Errico, and was named Jazziz magazine’s Best Contemporary Jazz Album of the year.

Jason’s Kind of New series (2015–2020), inspired by Miles Davis’ Cellar Door sessions, fuses electric grooves with dynamic improvisation. Albums include:

• Kind of New (2015)
• Kind of New 2: Blue is Paris (2017)
• Black Magic (2020)

Collaborators include Theo Croker, Jay Rodriguez, Gene Lake, Maya Azucena, Tom Harrell, Reggie Washington, Ricky Kej, and Ingrid Jensen—among many others. The music is praised for its infectious grooves, forward-thinking spirit, and global influences.

🔹 The Extraordinary Journey: Solo Projects & Storytelling

In response to COVID-era restrictions, Jason created The Extraordinary Journey of Jason Miles: A Musical Biography—a one-man show that blends solo keyboard performance with rich storytelling drawn from his decades alongside legends. The show was based on his critically acclaimed book of the same title, that chronicles his life in music. The current version of Jason’s solo show coincides with the release of his intimate solo keyboard album Just for You and his eagerly awaited 2^nd book titled Journey To The Center Of My Life In The Music Business. 

🔹 A New Chapter: The Lisbon Electric 4Tet

In 2023, Jason and his wife Kathy made a bold move from New York to Lisbon, Portugal, embracing a new creative chapter. There, he formed The Lisbon Electric 4Tet with three of Portugal’s top players: Vicky Marques (drums), Yami Aloelela (bass), and Tiago Oliveira (guitar).

Blending Jason’s NYC groove with Lisbon’s fresh energy, the group debuted live at the Super Bock em Stock festival in Lisbon. Their self-titled debut EP—mixed and mastered by Grammy-winner Jimmy Bralower—was released globally in April 2025.

🎧 Listen to the EP | 📺 Watch the video for “Mr. James”

🔹 Latest Releases & Archival Gems

Jason has been revisiting his archives to restore and release key works from across his career:

• Grover Live Vol. 2 (2023): A captivating 1997 concert recording from Grover Washington Jr., produced and curated by Jason.
• Cosmopolitan (2024): Originally recorded in 1979 but never released, this reissued gem features Michael Brecker, Marcus Miller, and more. Remastered by Jimmy Bralower, it’s been called “an electrifying rediscovery” by JazzViews and JazzWax.
• A Love Affair: The Music of Ivan Lins (25th Anniversary Edition): A remastered version of the Grammy-winning album featuring Sting, Vanessa Williams, Brenda Russell, and Dianne Reeves, releasing later in 2025.

Having been the creative force behind Miles Davis’ iconic Tutu, Amandla, and Siesta albums, Jason is celebrating what would have been Miles Davis’ 100^th birthday with the release of 100 Miles – for Miles Davis, a groove-driven new album, out on May 1^st.

Deeply influenced by Miles Davis both personally and musically, Jason also presents a series of special solo performances, sharing personal stories from their more than five-year collaboration and performing music inspired by that remarkable relationship.

In October-November 2026, Jason will also tour with an all-star band (featuring Randy Brecker on trumpet, Gene Lake on drums, and more), performing selections from 100 Miles, alongside iconic pieces representing different eras of Miles Davis’s legendary career.

🔹 Accolades & Recognition

Jason’s work continues to earn global acclaim. In July 2025, Jazzwise—Europe’s leading jazz magazine—published a four-page feature based on a new interview by jazz historian Stuart Nicholson, spotlighting Jason’s career and latest innovations.

He has performed at premier festivals and venues around the world, including:
Cape Town Jazz Festival, Monterey Jazz Festival, Jazz Aspen, Umbria Jazz, North Sea Jazz, Blue Note NYC, Carnegie Hall, Rio Das Ostras (Brazil), Jazz Fest New Orleans, and the Hollywood Bowl.

🎵 Jason Miles is not just preserving jazz history—he’s actively expanding it. His ability to blend genres, generations, and geographies continues to make him one of the most vital voices in modern music.