. . . and for a change, no surprises this time from yours truly. Yeah, Charlie and Bill . . . none other. Unlike many rock drummers - and yes, I'm thinking especially of Keith Moon here - Watts projects an eerie calm. He's seemingly motionless at times. [...
... Great taste in watches. Kasim Sulton and his trusted Franck Muller. Kasim is probably best known as one of the premier members of Utopia, but he has also recorded and toured with Rock and Roll legends like Hall & Oates, Cheap Trick, Meat Loaf, Patti S...
... And it's not close. Sorta like Chateau d'Yquem is the very best of the Sauternes and Chateau Rieussec is perhaps 2nd best. BUT the distance between 1st and 2nd place is about 200 car lengths (to borrow yet another metaphor).
... The story I was told was that Neil sat in with the Buddy Rich Band a year or so before this particular performance. But he was so unhappy with the result that he went back and changed a bunch of technical items, least of which was switching to a tradi...
... of many music stars and so many great stories you share with us. It´s so wonderful to read these stories and listen the music with which you "illustrate" those anecdotes. Your introduction to the Theme of this weekend is a good example of what I mean....
. . . when one has a feeling for a subject. And while I have a love for music and watchmaking, I've no talent at either. More of an armchair commentator than an expert. Realistically, Art
... about the matter we are passionate about. May be we don’t have talent to play a musical instrument or to disassemble a watch but we can learn about musicians, bands, singers, etc. as much as about references and history of our favorite watch brands. I...
in New York City many, many, many, many years ago. Still remember how great a bass player he is. Here is a photo of a young Stanley Clarke playing with Return to Forever, the incredible band he had with Chick Corea (photo by Grant Goulden) And here is a p...
... musical recollections to answer your cool Theme. In the 1960’s and 70’s here in my Country we were very fond of Gene Krupa who played with Benny Goodman before assembling his own band. Krupa has a lot of followers among our local musicians among them ...
The photos of Tito Alberti are very nostalgic. I agree with you about Ringo Star but the one we must feel sorry for is Pete Best, the drummer that Ringo replaced in August 1962. Pete Best was popular with fans and the line-up change was not universally we...
I knew that Ringo was much resisted in his beginnings but didn´t know the details you tell here. Very interesting!! I´m glad to know you like my T-Bird. Agree that this dial with the arrow markers add to its beauty. It´s not a very easy to find reference ...
. . . about thirty years ago, Abel. Nils' drummer that night was Johnny Bee (Badanjek), but when the band re-emerged for the encore, Ringo was sitting in. I was maybe ten yards away. Funny thing is, I remember Ringo vividly, but can't quite recall what so...
. . . at the same time? It's harder than it looks, from what I'm told. There's a few notable exceptions, including Don Brewer who's been previously mentioned; also Levon Helm and Don Henley. But they're the exceptions that prove the rule. An obscure drumm...
... Easy. But it is doable. That guy from The Romantics (above), Don Henley and yes, Phil Collins. Although Chester Thompson did most of the drumming for Genesis after Peter Gabriel left the band.
One of them was to watch The Beatles alive, another to assist to a Tony Bennet show. I also would have loved to view Paul Mc Cartney whom visited my country several times but by one reason or another I couldn´t assist to his shows. I was able to fulfil on...
Guess you have said it all. And I’m very happy to read your statement as a long time big fan of The Beatles I am since I was 14/15 years old when I listened them for first time. Have a nice week ahead my friend! Best cordial regards. Abel
I like Victor Wooten mostly known for his work with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones. Although that is now a small fraction of his body of work. His mentors include Jaco Pastorious, Stanley Clarke, and Marcus Miller to name a few. Usually found playing a Fod...
. . . and a half. Never heard of either, Kevster, 'til just now. And judging by these clips, they're every bit as talented as the name players you've mentioned. Cool Static, too.
. . . 'best'. Of course, KM is widely acknowledged as one of the best, if not the best, rock drummers from a technical perspective. I recall reading an interview with Pete Townsend in which he claimed that Moon could drum faster than a machine gun. I know...
. . . although I've had chances at the Allman Brothers sans Duane. I had an invitation to a show in LA; can't recall what got in the way but regret it now, especially since Gregg passed away a few years ago.
Hi Art and friends, For our theme this weekend, The Who have two of my favourite band members. The legendary drummer Keith Moon and John Entwistle on bass guitar. You definitely need a watch that would look good with a leather jacket and could take being ...
. . . for many years, Captain. Had the pleasure of meeting him, and after his passing, got to be well acquainted with Cy. I believe Cy (short for Cyrano, on account of his rather large nose) is still in LA, but haven't seen him for quite awhile. Saw Entwi...
. . . in the San Fernando Valley with an accompanist on the tiniest drum kit ever. This must've been towards the end of his life in the mid-'90s . . . he didn't appear to be in good health. A photo of Tommy and Carol Kaye, partners in the Wrecking Crew . ...
And the Rhythm section period. She played for everyone. " Most Heard but least known" And now for real story.. A guitar player for 5 years, then one day the guitarist didn't show up...so she grabs a bass. Carol Kaye
. . . Sam Cooke's version of Summertime was in rotation on Maggie's jukebox for awhile, and you can be sure it'll be played next week with more appreciation than ever. Art
Keith Moon left a trail of chaos when the band was on the road, diving into swimming pools from hotel rooftops and blowing up hotel toilets with cherry bombs. One evening following a large-scale food fight, the evening’s entertainment reached its climax w...
For drummers, I'd have to mention Jeff Porcaro of Toto, Ginger Baker of Cream, Jason Bonham of Led Zep, Stewart Copeland of The Police and Mike Bordin of Faith No More. But my real love is the bass guitar, and I there are too many great players I idolize ...
...it's obviously John Bonham of Led Zep. Jason is the son. While I am at it, another bass player I really admire is Steve Harris of Iron Maiden. Here's a good example of his galloping style of bass playing, courtesy of Bruno Tauzin. Can I play with madne...
. . . and a half. To have a member of our wristwatch community share video clips of himself playing bass is simply beyond my wildest expectations. Thank you, Boris - that was most kind and quite special. Jones is at the top of the heap for many. (Sad to s...