Category Archives: SKF Blog

Charles McPherson – A Musician’s Scope Should be Wide

Posted on August 23, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: At age 81 Charles McPherson is still creating beautiful music. Jazz first “clicked” for me while I was listening to Charles Mingus‘s band at Newport 1970. Then I listened to everything Mingus — which included a ton of … Continue reading →

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Chick Webb – The Epitome of Swing

Posted on August 22, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Dan Morganstern was a dominant voice among jazz journalists when I was growing up. Whether he was writing in Down Beat magazine, in album liner notes, or in books, Mr. Morgenstern was always teaching about music and musicians. … Continue reading →

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Buddy Rich Slingerland Ad 1968

Posted on August 20, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: A Slingerland ad found on the inside back cover of the August 22, 1968 Down Beat magazine. This is the drumset I will probably forever associate with Buddy Rich. It is what he played most of my formative … Continue reading →

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Pre-Order Robyn Flans’s Bio of Drummer Jeff Porcaro

Posted on August 18, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: When Robyn Flans was a frequent Modern Drummer contributor, and I was Managing Editor, we worked together on several 1980s interviews — including the Ringo Starr cover story. I’m looking forward to reading Robyn’s upcoming biography of one-of-a-kind … Continue reading →

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Anniversary of Gary Chester’s Passing – August 17

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: From the Gary Chester the Drummer Facebook page. Gary was a wonderful guy and, without a doubt, an innovative drummer. Check out Gary’s Facebook page if you have not already done so. Here’s the back story on my … Continue reading →

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