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Neil Peart on Manu Katche

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From a personal letter, I enjoy re-reading Neil’s take on drummer Manu Katche and some of the musicians Katche was recording with at the time. Neil’s aside on Robbie Robertson’s lyric writing made me smile. The italicized words … Continue reading →

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Phil Collins Gretsch Drumstick Prototype?

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Yesterday while repacking my box of assorted drumsticks, I came across these two pair of Phil Collins model sticks. Here’s what I think they are: The pair with the Gretsch logo and red lettering is obviously Gretsch’s Phil … Continue reading →

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Tough – A Better General of Rhythm

Posted on September 28, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Here’s an insightful telling, by Woody Herman and Chubby Jackson, of Dave Tough’s impact on Herman’s big band when Tough first joined. ===== Woody Herman: When our drummer, Cliff Lehman, decided to leave, I decided to bring in … Continue reading →

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Peart – Trying to Do Something Really Great

Posted on September 24, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Again, in reviewing boxes of stuff in preparation for a move I discovered a stack of Neil Peart/Scott K Fish correspondence held together with a tan rubber band. It’s clear from Neil’s letter I was living in Washington, … Continue reading →

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Bill Goodwin – Gruber’s Physical, Spiritual Knowledge of Drumming

Posted on September 16, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Drummer Bill Goodwin wrote an endorsement of drum teacher Freddy Gruber on April 1, 1983 and mailed it to Modern Drummer Publisher Ron Spagnardi. The “article” Goodwin refers to was my upcoming interview with Gruber. I was delighted … Continue reading →

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