Rahsaan Patterson - Live at the Belasco - DVD

In the case of Art Blakey, the name Inchjazz legendInch is wholly appropriate. Following Blakey's musical apprenticeship in the bands of Billy Eckstine and Dizzy Gillespie, the Jazz Messengers formed in 1955. They were pivotal in nurturing the hard edged bebop sound and the jazz greats of the future This unique DVD recorded in 1982 also includes a set by Johnny Griffin.

This 1981 live show at Washington DC's famous Blues Alley features drummer extraordinaire Max Roach and his band. Filmed lovingly by filmmaker Gary Keys, this intimate portrait of Roach is stunning in it's simplicity. The music and interplay between the musicians is the main focus, almost like the camera is eavesdropping on a private jam session. The band sounds full and fierce, the film crisp and personal, every note a celebration.

The legends of R&B perform at the Bergen Performing Arts Center, celebrating their 50th year in music. All the hits are included in this high-definition filming, including Backstabbers, for the Love of Money, Use Ta Be My Girl and Love Train. One of the greatest performances by Eddie Levert, Walter Williams and the rest of the group, this 5.1 surround sound production is a San Juan exclusive.