Monthly Archives: May 2015

Rich Ends Show Mid-Solo

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: In the early 1980’s, Max Weinberg asked if I’d like to see Buddy Rich playing at either New York University or Columbia University – I can’t remember which. Of course, I said, “Yes.” I saw Buddy Rich play … Continue reading →

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All-Consuming Hate Kills the Artist’s Creativity

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Scott K Fish

“’Everybody hates something!’ the angry child flings. Perhaps. Surely most men do. But the artist must love to create. He must bring love to his art if it is to live. He can hate, but if this becomes all-consuming, his … Continue reading →

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Russ Kunkel on Success as a Drummer

Posted on May 3, 2015 by Scott K Fish

In the early 1980’s, Max Weinberg and I were working on a book that, unfortunately, never happened. But along the way, Max and I had a handful of interesting interviews with drummers. When we asked if he could pinpoint the … Continue reading →

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The Top Secret Drum Method

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Scott K Fish

The Top Secret Drum Method by Scott K Fish Now and then I recall a brief correspondence I had with a drummer – call him Eddie – seeking help publishing and selling his drum method book. At the time, Modern … Continue reading →

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Mickey Dolenz: Why I Play Drums Half-Right, Half-Left

Posted on May 2, 2015 by Scott K Fish

There’s a reason the Monkees’ Micky Dolenz plays drums that way: ‘I know it’s bizarre’ APRIL 30, 2015 BY SOMETHING ELSE! [T]he unique set up the Monkees’ Micky Dolenz employs for his drum kit. When he…began to learn the instrument, … Continue reading →

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