Category Archives: SKF Blog

Neil Peart Inside Maine State Prison

Posted on January 5, 2022 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I had this Neil Peart memory today. Inside Maine State Prison, which is the State of Maine’s maximum security prison, there is a music room where prisoners play keyboards, guitars, and drums. Yes, access to instruments is limited … Continue reading →

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Info Wanted – Big Sid Playing Sonny Greer’s Drumset

Posted on December 29, 2021 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: An interesting photo, new to me, from the University of Missouri-Kansas City. The University’s best guess is this photo of Big Sid Catlett was taken 1945-1950. It’s part of the Dave E. Dexter, Jr. Collection. The University is … Continue reading →

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With Max Roach and His Drums

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: What did it feel like, on July 15, 1981, standing with Max Roach next to his blonde Ludwig drum set in his home music room? I felt awe. Reverential respect and wonder. Max said, “I’m playing a 22″ … Continue reading →

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Fleetwood and McVie Behind the Curtain

Posted on December 1, 2021 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Drummer Mick Fleetwood and bassist John McVie are one of pop music’s strongest, most inventive rhythm sections. Listen particularly to 1970s Fleetwood Mac on to the way Mick and John interlock drums and bass guitar with every song. … Continue reading →

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Help Drum Writer Robyn Flans Get Back on Her Feet

Posted on November 24, 2021 by Scott K Fish

Robyn Flans is a dear friend, a writer who has helped chronicle the history of modern drummers. She will be familiar to MD readers and to those who have read her recent bio of Jeff Porcaro. Thank you for helping … Continue reading →

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