Live At Ronnie’s ; Album 2 ; Rue Chaptal – Kenny Clarke Francy Boland And The Band* – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Kenny Clarke and Francy Boland’s big band was the beating heart of European jazz during the 1960s and ’70s, and ‘Live At Ronnie’s ; Album 2 ; Rue Chaptal’ captures that pulse in its most unfiltered form. Recorded live at London’s legendary Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, this set is a kinetic showcase of ensemble interplay, daring improvisation, and the cosmopolitan verve that set this band apart from its American contemporaries. Clarke’s drumming pushes the band with relentless drive, while Boland’s arrangements weave intricate harmonies that reward attentive listening. Standout solo spots from icons like Sahib Shihab and Johnny Griffin add both gravitas and sparkle. The Rue Chaptal subtitle nods to the band’s Parisian roots, infusing the music with a cross-Channel sophistication. This record isn’t just a document—it’s a front-row seat at one of jazz’s most electrifying moments, when American bebop met European cool and the sparks truly flew. For collectors, this album is a testament to one of the great transatlantic collaborations in jazz history, and a vivid reminder of why live jazz, at its best, is an unrepeatable thrill.

Track List:
A1 – Rue Chaptal – 4:00
A2 – I Don’t Want Nothin’ – 3:30
A3 – Sax No End – 11:30
B1 – You Stepped Out Of A Dream – 3:20
B2 – Fellini 712 (Blues) – 3:40
B3 – The Girl & The Turk (From The ‘Middle East-East Suite’) – 6:00
B4 – Kenny & Kenny (From ‘Faces’) – 7:00