Category Archives: SKF Blog

Roach and Gadd Onstage? Sorry I Missed It

Posted on July 12, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: A DrumForum.org member posted an SOS regarding Max Roach. Paraphrasing, the member asked, “What’s the big deal about Max Roach? I know he’s famous. But from what I’ve seen and heard of his drumming on YouTube, I don’t … Continue reading →

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Les DeMerle – It’s Not the Notes, It’s the Rests

Posted on July 11, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: More words of wisdom from drummer/bandleader Les DeMerle. The back story to our interview is here. Scott K Fish: Is it possible for a drummer to become so technically exact and proficient that the naturalness of his playing … Continue reading →

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Johnny Vidacovich LP – Like a Scent of Magnolia Blossoms

Posted on June 22, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Last week I bought and listened to Johnny Vidacovich‘s ‘Bout Time album. What a joy, a treat. Vidacovich is another drummer I’ve known about for 40 years or so, but outside of the occasional song video, or article … Continue reading →

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In Absentia – Happy Fathers Day Chet Fish, Jr

Posted on June 21, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Happy Fathers Day to my dad, Chet Fish, Jr. Dad was a magazine and book editor. Among his five children I’m the only one who followed somewhat his career path. Last year my dad died. My brothers and … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart’s ‘Showdown’ with Five Different Drumsets 1986

Posted on June 19, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: I received a letter on April 22, 1986 which Neil Peart wrote using an electric typewriter on April 18, 1986. Re-reading the letter today I notice Neil describes in this letter his somewhat well-known choice of a new … Continue reading →

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