Dominic Miller, born in Buenos Aires to an American father and an Irish mother, spent his childhood in Argentina before moving to the United States at the age of ten. He received his musical training in both the US and England, including at renowned institutions such as Berklee College of Music in Boston and the Guildhall School of Music in London. Although Miller has toured internationally for over thirty years, he has now made France his home.
His first album on ECM, "Silent Light," captivates with its cosmopolitan flair; Latin American influences are particularly pronounced in the track "Baden," dedicated to the Brazilian musician Baden Powell. The piece "Le Pont" evokes memories of Parisian life in the early 1900s, while "Valium" suggests Celtic melodies in the style of Bert Jansch. With "Fields of Gold," Miller offers a tranquil, instrumental interpretation of one of Sting's most famous ballads.
As a guitarist and composer, Miller is best known for his long-standing collaboration with Sting, a highlight of which is his co-writing credit on the worldwide hit "Shape of My Heart." He has also worked with renowned artists such as Paul Simon, The Chieftains, and Plácido Domingo. Paul Simon praised Miller's guitar playing in an album liner note, highlighting the unique blend of jazz and folk elements.