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Neil Peart Freewheeling Conversation – August 1989

Posted on January 19, 2024 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE – In August 1989, Neil Peart invited Scott K Fish to his Toronto home to, in part, conduct a Blindfold Test for a new percussion magazine that never saw the light of day. Following the Blindfold Test, the … Continue reading →

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Peart 1989 ‘Blindfold Test’ Tape Found

Posted on January 13, 2024 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Found my 1981 drummer “Blindfold Test” with Neil Peart. Interview taped w Peart at home in Toronto. Cleaning tape now. Will post soon.

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Bill Evans on Commitment, Experience, Dedication

Posted on April 28, 2016 by Scott K Fish

“Anybody who appreciates the commitment, the experience and dedication required for the playing of top flight professional jazz, must realize the tremendous demands on the person playing it. By the same token, the music is sophisticated enough to be a … Continue reading →

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Ed Thigpen 1959 Blindfold Test

Posted on December 26, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Interesting comments from one of the great drummers, Ed Thigpen, on Art Blakey, Max Roach, Philly Joe Jones, Buddy Rich and others. This article is from the 10/29/1959 Down Beat.

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