CD Art Blakey – This Is Jazz 28

Experience the thunderous energy of hard bop with Art Blakey – This Is Jazz 28. Released by Columbia in 1997, this meticulously remastered CD compilation serves as a definitive snapshot of Blakey’s legacy, capturing the Jazz Messengers at the peak of their creative powers from the late 1950s through the early 1960s.

This 11th-hour curation highlights Blakey’s propulsive drumming style alongside crisp, balanced horn sections. Thanks to modern restoration, the transfer preserves the raw energy of the original sessions while providing newfound clarity to the piano and bass, allowing every soloist’s voice to shine. The tracklist is a "who’s who" of jazz standards, tracing the band's evolution through several pivotal line-ups.

Featured tracks include:

• Moanin’ – The quintessential hard bop anthem.
• Blues March & Along Came Betty – Showcasing impeccable group synergy.
• A Night in Tunisia – A fiery, high-octane rendition.
• The Freedom Rider – Highlighting Blakey’s commanding presence.

Whether you are a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the genre, this remastered collection is an essential entry point into the work of a drummer who fundamentally shaped the sound of modern jazz.