By Raul Da Gama, Jazz Da Gama The Jazz drummer Ralph Peterson has dedicated his life not only to music, but also to the music of Art Blakey and The … Read More
Legacy Alive
SHOW PREVIEW: Alchemical Records Features Ralph Peterson & Messenger Legacy’s Show at The Kennedy Center!
Michael J. West, Alchemical Records The great drummer Art Blakey was also the great teacher Art Blakey. The man dedicated his life to leading bands (the Jazz Messengers) that he … Read More
REVIEW: Ralph Peterson & The Messenger Legacy Get a 4-Star Review from All About Jazz!
Mike Jurkovic, All About Jazz Recorded loud and live at the Side Door Jazz Club in Old Lyme, CT, Ralph Peterson—the last drummer to play side-by-side with the incomparable Art Blakey—delivers an … Read More
REVIEW:Ralph Peterson & Messenger Legacy’s “Legacy Alive: Volume 6 at the Side Door” Reviewed by WBGO
By: Nate Chinen, WBGO Art Blakey was a mentor and role model to drummer Ralph Peterson, who has devoted the last 35 years to meeting his high musical standard. The … Read More