are new Blue Note records really Blue Notes ?

I think Elizabeth is right on all counts. I purchased a number of the LPs, both Atlantic and Blue Note. Some of them do have a small sticker on the back that references "exclusively ditributed by Scorpio Music Inc". The sound quality is generally good to very good. I have noticed that 2 (of more than 30) LPs had 1 track each where there was momentary distortion, but otherwise the LPs were not warped and do not suffer from surface noise or ticks or pops. I bought them primarily due to the selection (the albums themselves are excellent and in many cases hard to find in vinyl)and the price seemed to justify taking the chance. No regrets, although it sure would be nice to find these titles in their orignal pressings in good shape!

I bought Lou Donaldson "Aligator Bogaloo" and it sounds really good. Going to buy more of these reissues for that reason and the originals never show up for sale (in a record store).

Interesting. A decade ago i purchased a Jackie McClain re issue and had to return it three times because they were warped. I finaly just returned it for my money and what a hassle from the vendor. Haven't bought one since. Original Blue Notes will set you back,way back.