Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power.
From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their peak in the 1930s and 40s. He received no formal drum instruction and went so far as to claim that instruction would only degrade his natural talent. He also never admitted to practicing.
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Buddy Rich
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power.
From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their peak in the 1930s and 40s. He received no formal drum instruction and went so far as to claim that instruction would only degrade his natural talent. He also never admitted to practicing.
The Heartbeat of Funk and the Freedom of Jazz, with a New Age Ambience.
Ramon Satyendra - Keyboards (Roland Jupiter-50)
Muruga Booker - Drums, Nada Drum & Percussion
Doug Weaver - Acoustic Electric Bass Guitar
No overdubs - recorded livemore