Category Archives: Drum/Music News

News items of note, present and past, about drummers and other musicians.

Bill Bruford: ‘There is No Regular Set-Up’

Posted on March 19, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: For me, this 1984 Simmons Drums ad captures Bill Bruford‘s pioneering drumming spirit — plus it’s a memorable photo. Always a contemporary player, with a knowledge and love of drumming history, and a fearless curiosity. Even when Bruford’s … Continue reading →

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Bill Gibson: Zildjian Cymbal Set-Up (1985)

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Huey Lewis & The News had a string of solid hit songs, still touring. Here’s a rarely seen Zildjian Cymbal Set-Up advertisement of band drummer Bill Gibson. Gibson, who played on all the band’s releases, is still a … Continue reading →

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Craig Krampf: ‘I Am Asking for Your Prayers, Good Thoughts, Positive Messages’

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I first saw this request from drummer Craig Krampf a few minutes ago on Facebook.

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Cobham’s Tama Artstar Drumset 1984

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From the February 1984 Down Beat magazine. One in a long line of Billy Cobham‘s great looking drumsets.

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Carmine Appice Syndrum Ad: One Moment in Time (1978)

Posted on February 25, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Michael Shrieve was, I believe, the first drummer I heard playing Syndrums. This Carmine Appice ad photo from 1978 is a good example of one moment in time during the ongoing progression of the drumset, drum accessories, and … Continue reading →

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