Steve Winwood

On July 15, 2004, Steve Winwood performed 'Why Can’t We Live Together' at the Montreux Jazz Festival, a stunning showcase of his artistry alongside Carlos Santana. At this point in his career, Winwood was riding a wave of renewed interest following his 2003 album 'About Time,' which celebrated his signature blend of rock, blues, and jazz—an evolution that felt like a homecoming. The performance resonated not just because of the music, but also due to Winwood’s iconic status; having started as a teenager in the 60s with bands like The Spencer Davis Group and Traffic, he had more than four decades of musical evolution behind him. Fun fact: his ability to move between genres is partly what makes his live performances so electrifying, effortlessly bridging the gap between the past and the present.

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