Vinyl Art Blakey And His Jazz Messengers

Description

Released on September 13, 2024, "Art Blakey And His Jazz Messengers" is a remastered edition of the classic 1961 album that captures the essence of the hard bop style. This album features the first sextet lineup of the Jazz Messengers with a young Wayne Shorter (tenor saxophone), Lee Morgan (trumpet), Curtis Fuller (trombone), Bobby Timmons (piano), and Jymie Merritt (bass guitar). From the opening notes of "Alamode," the album delivers energetic and dynamic performances characteristic of Blakey's style. The 180-gram vinyl release ensures high sound quality, making this album an essential addition for any jazz enthusiast.