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Paul Motian – Songwriter Drummer

Posted on March 27, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts described his first hearing of jazz pianist Bill Evans’s early 1960s trio as a group where no one, including drummer Paul Motian, served as timekeeper. Instead, observed Watts, he heard and felt the … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart on Music and Writing Pt 2

Posted on March 14, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: When I posted the first part of this interview I had forgotten this interview was the basis for Neil Peart’s April 1984 Modern Drummer cover story. I thank those listeners who refreshed my memory. This is the other … Continue reading →

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Neil Peart on Music and Writing Pt. 1

Posted on March 10, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This 30-plus minute conversation with Neil Peart is one of my favorites. It is a conversation with two guys who love music, drumming, and writing. Neil talks about his goal to transition to professional writer from drummer/lyricist, once … Continue reading →

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Frankie Dunlop’s 52K Drum Lessons

Posted on February 21, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: As of this morning, YouTube analytics tells me Frankie Dunlop’s fast/slow drum lesson video has been viewed almost 52,000 times. It has 982 “Likes” and zero “Dislikes.” Also, historian Robin Kelley shared Frankie’s story in his book, “Thelonious … Continue reading →

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Stories Drummers Might Like?

Posted on January 24, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Modern Drummer Publication’s CEO recently announced a renewal of the enterprise. Meanwhile, a DrumForum.org member started a thread wondering what kind of articles actual and potential MD readers want to read. I wonder how many MD readers are … Continue reading →

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