Released: 29/11/24
In 1962, Dexter Gordon moved to Paris, joining a thriving jazz scene that offered him artistic freedom and an escape from racism in the U.S. Already a bebop pioneer, his time in Europe revitalized his career. Our Man in Paris, recorded during this period, is considered one of his finest albums—celebrated for its lyrical improvisation, bebop mastery, and stellar ensemble interplay. A jazz classic, it captures both Gordon’s roots and the creative energy of American jazz musicians flourishing abroad.