Tag Archives: Max Weinberg

Jaimoe on Charles ‘Honeyboy’ Otis: I Was in Shock for About a Month

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This is another small piece of a longer interview that took place on April 3, 1982 after an Elvin Jones drum clinic at Professional Percussion Center in New York City. Taking part in the interview were Max Weinberg, … Continue reading →

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Paul T. Riddle and Max Weinberg: Don’t Get Lazy, Keep Learning

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: My full three-way exchange with drummers Max Weinberg and Paul T. Riddle remains unpublished. In the early 1980s, Max and I were collaborating on a drum book. This interview was done for Max’s book. Part way into that … Continue reading →

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Charlie Watts: No Difference in Jazz and Rock Rhythm Sections

Posted on March 23, 2016 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This excerpt is from my interview with Charlie Watts. It took place in Charlie’s New York City hotel room in 1982 or 1983. The Rolling Stones were on tour in America. Tina Turner was their opening act. [SKF … Continue reading →

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Jaimoe: The Decision to Be a Pro Musician

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This is a small piece of a longer interview that took place on April 3, 1982 after an Elvin Jones drum clinic at Professional Percussion Center in New York City. Taking part in the interview were Max Weinberg, … Continue reading →

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The Max Weinberg Modern Drummer Cover Photo That Got Away

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: When either I remember or someone tells me this photographer’s last name — I will credit him. And I apologize in advance for not remembering his full name. I met him twice, as I recall. Very nice guy … Continue reading →

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