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Barry Keane – 46 Years with Gordon Lightfoot

Posted on February 14, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: After first interviewing Barry Keane in 1981 for Modern Drummer magazine, I had no idea we would do it again in 2022. We’ve stayed in touch over the years. When I asked Barry if I could interview him … Continue reading →

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If Ringo Wants to Be in Our Magazine

Posted on January 25, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Memories of Modern Drummer magazine co-founder Isabel Spagnardi make me smile. Isabel was MD publisher Ron Spagnardi’s wife. I don’t, and didn’t, know the specifics of Isabel’s work at MD. My impression is, and was, that she, as … Continue reading →

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Check Out ‘The Drummer’s Devotional’ Podcast

Posted on January 24, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: On January 18, 2022 I received an email from Jeremy Brieske (pronounced Brisk-ee). Mr. Brieske’s podcast, The Drummer’s Devotional, is, “A one-year project where we learn about a different drummer every day.” Professionally produced, Brieske’s podcast episodes are … Continue reading →

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The Outfit of Famous Drummers 1964

Posted on January 23, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I never owned a Ludwig drumset, but in 1964 this full-page magazine ad was a dream builder or me. I wouldn’t own a drumset for another five years, and my first set was a mutt kit of Gretsch … Continue reading →

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Calling Jimmy Davis of Centerport, NY

Posted on January 19, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Jimmy Davis was a grade or two behind me at Harborfields High School in Greenlawn, NY. He was a quiet kid, shy, with a good sense of humor. He was also an outstanding drummer with deep jazz roots … Continue reading →

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