Category Archives: Drum/Music News

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

Max Roach: The Day Sid Catlett Died

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Max Roach was 33-years old when he did this 1958 Down Beat cover story. “I’ve always been fond of Art Blakey and Jo Jones,” [Max Roach] continues. “Blakey is a creative person. He plays with the sincerity of … Continue reading →

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Phil Collins’ Drum Equipment July 1984

Posted on November 19, 2014 by Scott K Fish

Phil Collins’ Equipment Phil Collins has several different drum kits (Gretsch, Pearl, Premier) for different occasions. On tour with Genesis, Robert Plant, and on his own tours, he uses a Gretsch set, which he is currently endorsing. (“They’ve always had … Continue reading →

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Carmine and Vinny Appice New Release ‘Drum Wars Live!’

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Scott K Fish

CARMINE And VINNY APPICE Go Head-To-Head On New Release ‘Drum Wars Live!’ November 17, 2014 Drumming demi-gods Carmine and Vinny Appice have both had extraordinary careers behind the drum kit, beginning with Carmine’s tenure in such legendary classic rock bands … Continue reading →

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Nick Mason: The Special Relationship Between Bass Player and Drummer

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Scott K Fish

Pink Floyd drummer considers band’s legacy By John Carucci/The Associated Press POSTED:   11/14/2014 03:15:37 PM EST NEW YORK — While Pink Floyd’s first album in 20 years, “The Endless River,” represents an end to the band’s recording career, drummer … Continue reading →

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Doug Clifford’s 1969 CCR Drum Kit on Museum Display

Posted on November 16, 2014 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: The photo here shows Doug Clifford in concert in 1969. However, there are no details on the displayed drumset cited in this news report. MIM opens unique drum history exhibit BY MARK REMILLARD,   | November 14, 2014 … Continue reading →

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