#1 · 1958
This 1958 US Vik mono LP is a cornerstone hard bop album featuring extended tracks including the title song over 12 minutes long.
5 tracksMono pressingVik labelMultiple vinyl versions
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Art Blakey
Art Blakey, born in 1919 in Pittsburgh and active through the mid-20th century, was an American jazz drummer and bandleader pivotal in bebop and hard bop. His influential group, The Jazz Messengers, launched numerous jazz careers and recorded landmark albums.
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About
Art Blakey, Pioneering hard bop and bebop drumming from Pittsburgh.
Over 20 LPs and compilations; key jazz albums command steady collector interest.
Art Blakey stands among the influential figures of jazz drumming, known for developing the bebop and hard bop styles. Throughout his career beginning in the late 1940s, he played with major figures and led the Jazz Messengers, a collective noted for nurturing young talent. His discography spans dozens of albums, including studio, live, and compilation records, with many issued in multiple vinyl pressings across the US, Europe, and Japan. Notably, he recorded albums such as "A Night In Tunisia" and "Moanin'" that are essential to jazz collectors. His work consistently bridges the blues and jazz idioms, laying groundwork for modern jazz drumming.
Vinyl editions of his work include original 1950s mono LPs, audiophile 180g reissues, and special colored pressing variants.
Discography
Art Blakey — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Monterey Jazz Festival Records · 2008Live At The 1972 Monterey Jazz Festival
Live
Blue Note · 1999Drums Around The Corner
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Sarpe · 1990Moanin'
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Timeless · 1989Feel The Wind
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EmArcy · 1988Giants Of Jazz In Berlin '71
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Blue Note · 1984A Night At Birdland, Vol. 3
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Eastwind · 1984A Day With Art Blakey 1961 • Vol I
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Union Jazz · 1982Killer Joe
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Kingdom Jazz · 1981Live At Bubba's Jazz Restaurant
Live
Philips · 1980Giants Of Jazz
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Blue Note · 1979Pisces = ピスシス
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Concord Jazz · 1978In This Korner
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Blue Note · 1978Live At The Renaissance Club
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Roulette · 1976Backgammon
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Canyon · 1971夢の競演
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Limelight · 1966Buttercorn Lady
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Limelight · 1966Hold On, I'm Coming
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Limelight · 1965'S Make It
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Limelight · 1965Soul Finger
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Riverside Records · 1963Ugetsu
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Colpix Records · 1963Selections From "Golden Boy"
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Fontana · 1961Paris Jam Session
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Impulse! · 1961Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers
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Roulette · 1961Gretsch Drum Night At Birdland Vol. 2
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Blue Note · 1960On View At The Five Spot Cafe
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Roulette · 1960Gretsch Drum Night At Birdland
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RCA · 1959Au Club St. Germain Vol. 2
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Blue Note · 1959Orgy In Rhythm (Volume Two)
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Fontana · 1959Olympia Concert
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Blue Note · 1958Holiday For Skins Volume 1
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Vik · 1958A Night In Tunisia
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Atlantic · 1958Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers With Thelonious Monk
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Blue Note · 1958Holiday For Skins Vol. 2
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Bethlehem Records · 1958Hard Drive
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Jubilee · 1957Cu-Bop
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Columbia · 1957Drum Suite
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Riverside Records · 1957Trio And Solo
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Blue Note · 1954Vol. 2
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Debut Records · 1954Introducing Paul Bley
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Art Blakey's career.
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Moanin'
Moanin' · 1990
02
Along Came Betty
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03
Moanin' - Remastered
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04
Blues March
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A Night in Tunisia
A Night In Tunisia · 1958
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Are You Real
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07
Moanin' - Remastered 1998/Rudy Van Gelder Edition
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08
The Drum Thunder Suite
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The essentials
The 3 Art Blakey albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 2019
A key jazz LP with 6 tracks, including the iconic "Moanin'" over 12 minutes, showcasing Blakey's signature style.
6 tracksHard Bop styleJazz Images label2019 vinyl edition
#3 · 1989
1989 stereo LP recorded in the Netherlands, featuring reflective compositions with a total of 6 tracks.
6 tracksStereo pressingTimeless labelMultiple vinyl issues
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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
A Night In Tunisia
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Min price 22 €Max price 53 €
Average price
35,36 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
241 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Feel The Wind
Market position
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Min price 6 €Max price 16 €
Average price
10,57 €
Only 53 copies for sale on Discogs
40 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Giants Of Jazz In Berlin '71
Market position
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Min price 10 €Max price 10 €
Average price
9,73 €
Only 17 copies for sale on Discogs
53 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Art Blakey
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Art Blakey helped elevate the drum set from mere rhythm support to a leading voice in modern jazz."— Jazz Historian
01Studio
Recording of "A Night In Tunisia" 1958
The seminal album "A Night In Tunisia" was recorded in 1958 and released by the Vik label in the US as a mono LP with catalog number LX-1115, featuring tracks exceeding 12 minutes in length.
02Pressing
US Original Pressing Demand
The original US pressing of "A Night In Tunisia" has a want/have ratio of 2.1:1 with 6 copies currently for sale, demonstrating steady collector interest.
03Concert
Live 1972 Monterey Jazz Festival Album
The 2008 release "Live At The 1972 Monterey Jazz Festival" captures a live performance including classics like "A Night In Tunisia," spanning 9 tracks with durations from 2 to 15 minutes.
04Collaboration
Jazz Messengers with Thelonious Monk
In 1958, Blakey recorded with Thelonious Monk under Atlantic Records, producing a notable mono LP combining both their talents.
05Release
"Feel The Wind" 1989 Stereo Vinyl
The "Feel The Wind" album released on the Timeless label in 1989 offers a stereo LP pressing with reflective jazz compositions, mainly distributed in the Netherlands and Japan.
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FAQ
FAQ: Art Blakey on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Art Blakey and what genres did he influence?
Art Blakey was an American jazz drummer and bandleader influential in bebop and hard bop, known for leading The Jazz Messengers.
What are iconic Art Blakey albums on vinyl?
Notable vinyl albums include "A Night In Tunisia," "Moanin'," and "Feel The Wind," each issued in multiple pressings and formats.
What is special about the original pressing of "A Night In Tunisia"?
The original 1958 US mono LP on the Vik label is prized for its sound and rarity, with a healthy market demand among collectors.
How did Art Blakey influence jazz drumming?
He transformed the drum kit into a solo instrument in jazz, pioneering bebop drumming with a powerful, bluesy style.
Are there colored or audiophile editions of Art Blakey's vinyl?
Yes, some editions like "A Night In Tunisia" are available on audiophile 180g black vinyl and limited colored pressings.
Where did Art Blakey record most of his vinyl albums?
His major recordings were made in the US, with some live and special edition pressings issued in Europe and Japan.
Is Art Blakey popular among jazz collectors in France?
Yes, Blakey enjoyed lasting popularity in France, evidenced by live recordings there and his appearance in a 1959 French film.
What label released the 1989 album "Feel The Wind"?
The 1989 album "Feel The Wind" was released by Timeless, with multiple stereo vinyl pressings available especially in the Netherlands and Japan.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026