Author Archives: Jas
Lyrics – Trois Cafés Gourmands – À Nos Souvenirs
Inspired by his own childhood in Corrèze, he wanted to create a song that would [...]
Mar
Lyrics – France Gall – Il Jouait du Piano Debout
The song “Il Jouait du Piano Debout” by France Gall is a dynamic and empowering [...]
Mar
Nic Collins: A New Era of Drumming Excellence
Nic Collins may have grown up in the shadow of his legendary father, Phil Collins, [...]
Mar
Roberta Flack: The Lasting Impact of the Quiet Storm
Roberta Flack paved the way for countless artists, breaking barriers and redefining what it means [...]
Mar
Tré Cool: The Pulse of Punk Rock
Tré Cool is a dynamic force whose passion for rhythm has helped define modern punk [...]
Feb
Danny Barcelona, The Little Filipino Boy
From his humble beginnings in Hawaii to his role as Louis Armstrong’s trusted drummer, Barcelona’s [...]
Feb
Hal Blaine: The Unsung Hero Behind The Hits
Hal Blaine was more than a drummer, he was an architect of sound, helping shape [...]
Feb
Ross Garfield: The Drum Doctor
Ross Garfield's ability to craft and customize drum kits tailored to each artist's needs has [...]
Jan
Keith Moon: The Beat Behind the Madness
Keith Moon’s drumming wasn’t just about keeping time; it was about driving the music forward [...]
Jan
Elvin Jones and The Evolution of Jazz Drumming
Elvin Jones is remembered as a master of his craft, someone who pushed the boundaries [...]
Jan
Welcome Simon, Goodbye Nicko?
As Nicko McBrain announced his retirement from touring with the Iron Maiden, the band also [...]
Dec
Dr. Steve Gadd: The Master of Groove
He is more than just a drummer, he’s a musical visionary whose influence stretches across [...]
Dec
Peter Erskine: The Beat Behind Fusion and Jazz Evolution
Erskine’s drumming is defined by a delicate balance of technical mastery, deep musicality, and an [...]
Dec
Rick Allen: The Thunder God Who Defied the Odds
Rick Allen's story is one of resilience, creativity, and passion. He remains a legend in [...]
Nov
Roy Haynes: Snap Crackle Bids Farewell at 99
Haynes’s ability to change tempos, create offbeat accents, and play with a level of spontaneity [...]
Nov
Quincy Jones: The Maestro of Modern Music
His work has helped bridge gaps between jazz, pop, and soul, and he has been [...]
Nov
Rhythm and Royalty: The Sheila E. Legacy
Sheila E. continues to perform, record, and mentor young musicians, sharing her passion for rhythm [...]
Oct
Baby Dodds: The Pioneer of Jazz Drumming
He was one of the first drummers to be recorded in the studio, and his [...]
Oct
Cindy Blackman Santana: From Jazz Roots to Rock Stardom
Cindy Blackman Santana remains an influential figure for musicians worldwide, particularly for women in drumming, [...]
Sep
Mike Portnoy: The Mastermind of Modern Drumming
His work with Dream Theater helped define the progressive metal genre, and his contributions to [...]
Sep
