Jazz for aficionados
Here is an interview with, IMHO, one of the greatest drum players (it can be argued he was the greatest) and musician to ever play this thing we call jazz. And he was a perfectionist who expected the greatest effort, at all times, whether in the studio or live, of the members in his band. And I quote from the interview: "The art form of jazz will continue" "There is an elite audience out there that will appreciate what we do" "What we do has more validity to it, and there is an audience out there who wants to see and hear better things" "I try to keep a very high standard with my music" "I was brought up in a world of music that I doubt very much we’ll ever see again - that kind of talent - artistry - and dedication, you wont find that today" The above quotes were taken from the first 5 minutes of a 15 minute interview from 1987 in which he gives high praise to Lester Young, Charlie Parker, and Dizzy Gillespie. If you have 15 minutes to spare I think it would be worth time spent. This is part 1 of a 3 part interview. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5_8PmhaWskc&t=622s |
orpheus10, This is how Buddy Rich reacts to members of his band not "pulling their weight": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=covUesgI6fA&t=184s After you listen to a few minutes of the above (which is quite enough) watch this and see the talented, hot tempered, Buddy Rich doing what he does best: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tzS2hGuoPXU btw, Buddy detested country music. Said it was hillbilly noise played on 3 chords. This new Buddy Rich biography is being released on October 1. I already pre - ordered my copy https://www.amazon.com/Buddy-Rich-Making-Greatest-Drummer/dp/1540064239/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=buddy+ri... Amazon blurb: In this meticulously researched biography, author Pelle Berglund presents the first comprehensive book on the life of Buddy Rich, still considered by many to be the greatest drummer ever to pick up sticks. Using interviews with many of Buddy's band members (some conducted by the author himself) along with extensive sourcing of quotes from practically every interview ever given by Buddy himself, a complete chronology of Buddy's life is presented along with insights into what drove him and what he thought about the various situations and people he encountered through his life. One of a Kind recounts each chapter of a life lived in the spotlight: childhood star Traps, the Drum Wonder; young jazz drummer with Joe Marsala and Bunny Berigan; star sideman with Artie Shaw, Harry James, and Tommy Dorsey; and leading various incarnations of the Buddy Rich Big Band. A twentieth century icon, Buddy's relationships with Shaw, Dorsey, Count Basie, Johnny Carson, Frank Sinatra, Mel Torme, Gene Krupa, Norman Granz, Lana Turner, and his family, including wife Marie and daughter Cathy, are insightfully investigated. Never-before-seen photos of Buddy culled from the private collection of collector Charley Braun add a new perspective on Buddy's life including a 16-page featured photo section. Beyond providing a complete timeline of Buddy Rich's life, One of a Kind provides a glimpse into the mind of a musical titan who demanded greatness from himself and those around him, and became of the most celebrated and controversial stars in music. Also includes an incredible introduction by drummer Max Weinberg and a link to additional online photos, video and audio. |
