Category Archives: SKF Blog

Drum Ads That Never Grow Old

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This is a random collection of drum ads I scanned from old Down Beat magazines. Am I the only one who never lost his enthusiasm for studying these old photos?

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Michael Shrieve Pt 1 of 2

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This interview starts with Michael Shrieve’s quick “no” response to my question, “Do you ever think about playing drums (or drum solos) with the fluidity of a saxophone player?” But then Shrieve tells us how he does approach … Continue reading →

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Mel Lewis and Friends (Audio)

Posted on January 19, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This is a wonderful small group album led by Mel Lewis on the too long defunct Horizon label. Recorded in 1976. Released in 1977. My cherished copy, which I had with me in 1977 when I interviewed Mel … Continue reading →

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My Biggest Interviewing Lesson: Shut Up

Posted on January 15, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Listening back this morning to one of my recorded 1980s Michael Shrieve interviews, I remember lessons learned about interviewing. My biggest lesson, I think, was learning to shut up. Ask a question. Then while the person being interviewed … Continue reading →

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My First Stop-Me-In-My-Tracks Moment with Alan Dawson

Posted on January 6, 2025 by Scott K Fish

by Scott K FishSeptember 14, 2014 I first heard Alan Dawson on at least one of his many sideman dates for Prestige records. I heard it said Mr. Dawson was an in-house drummer for Prestige – which, according to Dawson … Continue reading →

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