Tag Archives: Scott K Fish

Michael Shrieve Part 2 of 2

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: At the time of this interview, Michael Shrieve was on a mission to make music that was both true to himself and appealing to the masses. Could a hit pop record do that? Shrieve believed the answer was … Continue reading →

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Guitarists’, Drummers’ Morning Ritual in Jason’s Dog Room

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: Jason Carey, my friend, is an excellent guitarist. Recently Jason started a one-hour YouTube “Morning Ritual for Guitar Growth;” a wake-up session for guitarists. Broadcasting from his Maine farm house “dog room,” Jason and viewers from around the … Continue reading →

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Michael Shrieve Pt 1 of 2

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This interview starts with Michael Shrieve’s quick “no” response to my question, “Do you ever think about playing drums (or drum solos) with the fluidity of a saxophone player?” But then Shrieve tells us how he does approach … Continue reading →

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The Great Bass Players on Drummers 1981

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Scott K Fish

SKF NOTE: This piece was thoroughly enjoyable to put together. My intent was to write similar pieces with pianists, guitarists, and other instrumentalists as subjects. Don’t remember why I never did. Some of the best advice I received in my … Continue reading →

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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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