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Carlos Santana and Miles Davis, The Savoy, New York City, 1981

Carlos Santana and Miles Davis, The Savoy, New York City, 1981 - Main image
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Category: Morrison Hotel Gallery

This black-and-white photograph captures a rare backstage moment between two legendary musicians, Carlos Santana and Miles Davis, at The Savoy in New York City on May 5, 1981. The image radiates camaraderie and a celebratory atmosphere, showing the artists in casual attire amid the creative energy of the 1980s jazz and rock scene.

  • Classic black-and-white fine art photograph from 1981
  • Features Carlos Santana and Miles Davis backstage at The Savoy in New York City
  • Conveys a candid sense of friendship and mutual respect between two iconic musicians
  • Perfect for collectors of music photography and celebrity portraiture
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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Ruby T. ★★★★★

The grain and shadow detail in this print really pull you into that backstage moment—you can almost hear the quiet before they walked out. It’s the kind of photograph that makes a room feel heavier with history, and I keep finding new things to look at in it.

Michael O. ★★★★★

I’ve stared at this photo for five minutes straight and keep noticing new details in the backstage shadows—the grain feels almost alive, like you’re standing right there in 1981. It’s the kind of print that makes you want to frame it immediately and tell everyone who visits the story behind it.

Brian L. ★★★★★

The way the black-and-white tones catch both of them mid-conversation backstage is what sold me—you can almost feel the quiet intensity between Santana and Davis. It's the kind of candid moment that feels like you're eavesdropping on history, and the date and venue printed on the back make it feel e