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Ten Most Sampled Drum Beats in Music History

Posted on August 27, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: An interesting piece in this morning’s news. Some drummers listed are new to me — always a pleasure! The full story includes all the songs. You can listen to the beats and read backstories to all the songs. … Continue reading →

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‘Twas a Drummer Invented Country Rock: Jon Corneal

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Interesting news story. I’ve listened to – and like – a lot of country rock since I owned an advance copy of The Byrds’s Sweetheart of the Rodeo in 1968. But I confess I was not familiar with … Continue reading →

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Doudou N’diaye Rose: The Very Precise Language of Drums

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Truly amazing drumming. “The very precise language of drums,” indeed. RIP. MUSIC Doudou N’diaye Rose, 85, Senegalese Drummer and ‘Human Treasure,’ Dies By BRUCE WEBERAUG. 23, 2015 Doudou N’diaye Rose, a master drummer and bandleader from Senegal who … Continue reading →

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Jon Fishman: Jazz Was This Monster Around the Corner

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Relix.com Little Drummer Boy: Local Hero Jon Fishman Reconnects with His Syracuse Drum Teacher by Jess Novak on August 22, 2015 Jess Novak: You took lessons from [Syracuse, NY drummer] Dave (Hanlon) when you were 13. Why drums? Jon Fishman: … Continue reading →

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Carmine Appice: Where My Style Came From

Posted on August 25, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From my interview with Carmine Appice circa 1980-81. Carmine Appice: Basically my style came from listening to a cross between Sandy Nelson, Wipe Out, and all that stuff, and listening to people like Krupa and Rich and Joe … Continue reading →

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