Tag Archives: Papa Jo Jones

Memories of Roy Haynes 46 Years Ago

Posted on November 15, 2024 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: With Roy Haynes’s passing I’m reminded of several gems Haynes said in our interview in his home on this day, November 15, 46 years ago, when Haynes was 53 years old. Having seen plenty of transcriptions of Haynes … Continue reading →

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Papa Jo – Swing and Blues – Paris 1971

Posted on July 14, 2024 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Thank you, IkeEarl, for this new-to-me concert footage with Papa Jo Jones. Can we ever have too many videos of Papa Jo?

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Close Up on Papa Jo Jones

Posted on March 19, 2023 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Drum pioneer Jonathan “Papa Jo” Jones playing his signature “Caravan” drum solo in 1978. This video is brand new to me. The web has a few excellent videos of Papa Jo drum solos. This 1957 “Caravan” drum solo … Continue reading →

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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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Roy Haynes on Papa Jo Jones (1986)

Posted on May 14, 2020 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: More words of wisdom from drum pioneer Roy Haynes about drum pioneer Papa Jo Jones. Roy Haynes: “Young drummers who never got to see Papa Jo play missed the treat of their lives. “Jo Jones had a feeling … Continue reading →

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