Incorrect. This is just as he played it, have you even listened to that version, let alone any live version? He was absolutely showing off, first night of the 77 LA Forum run.
I know what you mean, although I find most new mass produced drums fairly soulless. So far I like the look and sound , I've been messing with different tunings. I think a new drum needs to be played to get some soul into though too, it needs some miles put on, some stage hours. I hope that will...
Thanks for the info, I did read that article as well. I just wasn't sure if the actual shells were made in Taiwan or in the US. I also think it's odd they would call it a five-ply shell when it's a three-ply with a re-ring. I actually just received mine, it's the black 6.5. Looking forward to...
Hey folks, this may have already been asked and discussed here but I couldn't find it. Where are Rogers currently making their new woodshell drums, specifically the five ply Maple/Poplar shells? I read online that Pork Pie is supplying their shells. Are all of their drums assembled in California?
Would anyone happen to have available to sell, either a double tom post holder or stand for early 70's Sonor Champion toms? Hole is just under 3/4 inch or 19mm.
Agreed on these points, Carmine no doubt inspired Bonzo and I'm sure Bonzo admired him. The funny thing is, I can't find the example of the bass drum triplets that Carmine says John heard and adapted...but there are other things he does that clearly influenced young John, like the cymbal...