Reservoir media has acquired Miles Davis Publication catalog, as well as rights to the late jazz icon’s recorded music and name and similarities, announced the company early Tuesday.
In front Miles Davis Centennial In 2026, reservoir joins in the yard, supervised by his daughter Cheryl Davis, his son Erin Davis, and his nephew and musical partner Vincent Wilburn Jr., together with general manager Darryl Porter and lawyer Jeff Biederman, to operate and cooperate on celebrations who remember the 100th anniversary. Centennial will include a variety of events, special programming, high -profile tributes and concerts, marketing collaborations and other parties curated by reservoir, Miles Davis Estate and various other partners.
Activations that will be launched next year and then include: A feature film entitled “Miles & Juliette” storytelling Davi’s love affair with Juliette Greco, developed in collaboration with the River Road Entertainment and Mick Jaggers Jagged Films; A live, international symphonic show, which pairs Davis iconic sounds with original orchestrations and cherished images, giving the audience an opportunity to experience their lasting inheritance in a whole new way; And a Meb (formerly Miles Electric Band) international tour including Miles Davis Centennial Celebration with four nights with special programming at SFJazz in March.
In recent years, reservoir has acquired rights to catalogs as Jazz Great Sonny Rollins and Tommy Boy Records, Which includes RAP-bumps de la soul among many other early hip-hop emissions. Its list includes the publication for such artists as Joni Mitchell, Snoop Dogg and KD Lang.
Erin Davis commented: “We are so happy to start this new chapter in Mile’s legacy – we look forward to working with Golnar, David and the entire team at Reservoir.”
Vince Willburn Jr. Added, “With reservoir there is a real respect for Miles – his music, his style and his cultural impact. It means a lot to us. This partnership gives us the chance to raise his heritage in new ways and ensure that his influence continues to inspire.”
The reservoir’s founder and CEO Golnar Khosrowhahi also said: “Miles Davis is one of the most influential musicians of all time, and it is an incredible honor that his catalog has found a home on reservoir. We are deeply grateful for the whole Miles Davis Estate – Cheryl, Erin, Erin, Vince, Darryl and Jeff – for us. Proven commitment and ability to preserve heritage and Reignite’s discovery of legendary artists on modern platforms, such as streaming and social media. As we enter his centenary, we look forward to showing Miles brilliance to new audiences, ensuring that his music continues to be heard and celebrated.
Reservoir Vice President of A & R and Marketing David Hoffman Also Commented, “With an UNRELING Commitment to Innovation and Exploration, Miles Davis Has Served as a Blueprint for Musicians and Creatives of All Kinds For Decades. His Music is elemental to me That Passion With the World.
