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Gadd – I Hated Practicing

Posted on February 25, 2023 by Scott K Fish

Steve Gadd: “I didn’t practice a lot because I hated practicing. But there was a time when I always used to be playing. I’d be playing along with a record, a group, or with other drummers when I was with … Continue reading →

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Music – A Beautiful Universe

Posted on February 24, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: In the summer of 1961, multi-instrumentalist Eric Dolphy joined John Coltrane’s great quartet with Elvin Jones (drums), McCoy Tyler (piano), and Jimmy Garrison (bass), for a summer tour The groups’s “Complete 1961 Copenhagen Concert” album offers us a … Continue reading →

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The Hallmark of Great Drummers

Posted on February 23, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Who knows why certain memories appear when they do. This morning, a snow storm swirling outside, my high school music teacher, Art Simeone, came to mind. Particularly the drum lessons he gave me from his piano player’s perspective. … Continue reading →

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Frankie Dunlop’s 52K Drum Lessons

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: As of this morning, YouTube analytics tells me Frankie Dunlop’s fast/slow drum lesson video has been viewed almost 52,000 times. It has 982 “Likes” and zero “Dislikes.” Also, historian Robin Kelley shared Frankie’s story in his book, “Thelonious … Continue reading →

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Barry Keane Talks Beatles

Posted on February 20, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: My friend Barry Keane has appeared twice on “The Walrus Was Paul” podcast with host Paul Romanuk, an on-air host, play-by-play announcer, producer and executive producer in the Canadian and European media industries. Mr. Romanuk is also an … Continue reading →

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