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Bellson Cymbal Set-Up Circa 1980

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: One more Zildjian Famous Drummer Cymbal Set-Up. This time, Louie Bellson. Bellson’s cymbal set-up shown here is circa 1980-81. That’s based on the dates of his three “current releases” mentioned in this handout: Sunshine Rock (1978)Louie Bellson Jam … Continue reading →

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In Search of Barbara Borden

Posted on November 23, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Having come across drummer Barbara Borden’s note recently, I had hoped to pass along an up-to-date location/itinerary for Borden with this blog post. She does have a web site. She is the subject of a 2012 documentary, Keeper … Continue reading →

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Mel Learns Roach from Dunlop

Posted on November 20, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This exchange is from the full transcript of my September 8, 1977 Mel Lewis interview. Modern Drummer magazine used my edited transcript as Mel’s first MD feature interview. You can see in the photo I’ve included with this … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart – Golden Thumb Award?

Posted on November 10, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Neil Peart sent me this curious note in early 1982. Why curious? Well, the note is curious to me for these reasons: I have a memory of seeing two award plaques in Buddy Rich’s apartment. I wouldn’t swear … Continue reading →

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Sherrie Maricle – Bandleader-Drummer: Swinging with Purpose!

Posted on November 3, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I don’t remember the exact moment learned about drummer/bandleader Sherrie Maricle. But it was probably through the “THE JAZZ NETWORK WORLDWIDE & NOT JUST JAZZ NETWORK” Linkedin group. Our conversation centers mostly on Maricle’s current activities – which … Continue reading →

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