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Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers: Blue Moon Over Paris: ORTF Recordings 1963 and 1968

by Keith Flint
November 2, 2026

By the spring of 1963, Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers had established themselves as something of a dynasty within the jazz community, irrespective of their lineup. As both a band leader and prodigious drummer, Blakey was a driving force who reigned from the throne behind his drum kit, around which he surrounded himself with players of outstanding competence and unique personality. The Jazz Messengers consistently delivered startling live performances and a burgeoning collection of studio successes. Blue ...