Monthly Archives: February 2020

Rest in Peace, Paul English

Posted on February 18, 2020 by

SKF NOTE: Rest in peace, Paul English, who was to Willie Nelson what Sonny Greer was to Duke Ellington. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting and interviewing Mr. English for his Modern Drummer feature interview. These two Paul English photos are from … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart On Making His Romanian Oak Drumset

Posted on February 16, 2020 by

SKF NOTE: This morning, revisiting email exchanges with Neil Peart, looking for one exchange in particular, I came across Neil’s March 15, 2015 email and photo describing his “new Romanian Oak drumset,” destined for Rush’s 40th Anniversary show. I’ve spent … Continue reading →

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Frank Briggs Interview – Do Your Best Always (Circa 1983)

Posted on February 9, 2020 by

SKF NOTE: I recently uncovered this circa 1983 interview with drummer Frank Briggs. Edited slightly, I’ve retyped my original introduction below, followed by scans of my original transcript, complete with proofreaders marks. I don’t remember to what magazine I submitted … Continue reading →

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Thank You for Helping Drummer Jimmy Cobb

Posted on February 4, 2020 by

SKF NOTE: His daughter, Serena, has started a medical fundraiser for her father, drummer Jimmy Cobb. As of this writing they have raised $27,000 toward their goal of raising $200,000. I made a donation. The letter below is an edited … Continue reading →

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