Tag Archives: New Orleans

Audio: James Black on His Drum Equipment, His Sound, and His Upcoming Album (1982)

Posted on February 5, 2017 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: My James Black interview appeared in the December 1982 Modern Drummer. The first person to get me excited about James Black’s drumming was Jaimoe. We were listening to records and Jaimoe asked me if I’d ever heard James … Continue reading →

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James Black: They Don’t Want You to Shine; You Shine Anyway

Posted on March 24, 2016 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE – I posted the transcript of this excerpt on my blog on March 24, 2016. James Black’s words, heard in his own voice, are so much better. I asked Mr. Black if he had a drum philosophy, based … Continue reading →

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John Vidacovich: Melodic Rhythm

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Scott K Fish

Vidacovich a NOLA drum master POSTED 6:35 PM, AUGUST 31, 2015, BY LBJ NEW ORLEANS (WGNO)- Drummer and music educator Johnny Vidacovich’s name is in every conversation concerning the best of New Orleans drummers. Vidacovich…took lessons and credits his early growth … Continue reading →

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