Monthly Archives: March 2017

Bill Bruford: ‘There is No Regular Set-Up’

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: For me, this 1984 Simmons Drums ad captures Bill Bruford‘s pioneering drumming spirit — plus it’s a memorable photo. Always a contemporary player, with a knowledge and love of drumming history, and a fearless curiosity. Even when Bruford’s … Continue reading →

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Artimus Pyle: My Role As a Drummer (1982)

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: June 23, 1982. Artimus Pyle, no longer with Lynyrd Skynyrd, was on tour fronting his own Artimus Pyle Band. Our mutual friend, Paul T. Riddle, arranged for an afternoon meeting where we all sat, talked, and taped our conversation. … Continue reading →

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Bill Gibson: Zildjian Cymbal Set-Up (1985)

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Huey Lewis & The News had a string of solid hit songs, still touring. Here’s a rarely seen Zildjian Cymbal Set-Up advertisement of band drummer Bill Gibson. Gibson, who played on all the band’s releases, is still a … Continue reading →

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Craig Krampf: ‘I Am Asking for Your Prayers, Good Thoughts, Positive Messages’

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I first saw this request from drummer Craig Krampf a few minutes ago on Facebook.

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Cobham’s Tama Artstar Drumset 1984

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From the February 1984 Down Beat magazine. One in a long line of Billy Cobham‘s great looking drumsets.

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