Category Archives: Audio

Drums Like a River

Posted on February 16, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: If you have recently spent time on social media you have likely seen one of many dance videos, such as the video included here from choreographer Moga Almeri. What struck me most, the very first time I saw … Continue reading →

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Hal Blaine: Have Fun, Play Drums

Posted on January 23, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I found this in one of my external hard drives. It’s a drum method the great Hal Blaine released in 1968. Have fun. Give Hal Blaine’s album a listen.

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Alan Dawson: I Can Count to Five

Posted on January 11, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Alan Dawson once told me he wished Dave Brubeck hadn’t insisted on maintaining his piano comping during Dawson’s “Take Five” solos. “I can count to five,” Dawson said.

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Roy Haynes with Stan Getz 1966

Posted on January 9, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Some of my favorite Roy Haynes on record is the drummer with tenor saxophonist Stan Getz. Getz has the ability to burn and to play exquisite ballads. Listening to Roy Haynes with Getz on musical journeys is always … Continue reading →

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New Elvin Jones Quartet Album Due in November

Posted on September 13, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From Blue Note’s website: September 9, 2022 Blue Note Records has announced a November 18 release for Revival: Live at Pookie’s Pub, a thrilling previously unissued live recording of Elvin Jones’ quartet that captures the legendary drummer’s emergence … Continue reading →

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