Category Archives: Drum/Music News

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

Steve Smith Plays Drums with Buddy Rich Alumni Big Band

Posted on July 12, 2015 by Scott K Fish

http://www.praguepost.com Band mates of  “the world’s greatest drummer” join with Journey’s Steve Smith The opening jazz concert for this year’s Prague Proms is a gala affair at Smetana Hall in the Municipal House featuring the Buddy Rich Bigband, including six … Continue reading →

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Joe Wong: How Do Drummers Navigate Through Life?

Posted on July 11, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I tip my hat to Joe Wong for his podcast series, “The Trap Set.” I’ve listened only to Mr. Wong’s Sheila E interview and some of his John “Drumbo” French interview. The production is first-class and what I’ve … Continue reading →

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D.J. Fontana, W.S.Holland, Richie Albright Receive Legends Series Award

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Nashville honor set for local drummer John Andrew Prime, jprime@gannett.com 2:27 p.m. CDT July 9, 2015 D.J. Fontana, a Shreveporter and one of the rock world’s legendary drummers, will be honored in Nashville this weekend. Fontana, who was drummer for … Continue reading →

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Mickey Hart Invites Fans to Play in the Band

Posted on July 10, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: What an uplifting video from Mickey Hart. Great idea. Well done! Mickey Hart Drums Along With Fan-Made Playing In The Band Grateful Dead drummer Mickey Hart has shared a special video featuring a collaborative take on the band’s … Continue reading →

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Charlie Watts Visits Kansas City’s Jazz Museum

Posted on July 3, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts visits KC’s jazz museum Iconic band performs big show Saturday night at Arrowhead Stadium UPDATED 5:31 PM CDT Jun 28, 2015  By Scott McDonnell KANSAS CITY, Mo. —A night after a huge concert at Arrowhead Stadium, … Continue reading →

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