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Buddy Rich is still without comparison, in what he could do technically,how well he accompanied other artists and the excitement he generated with his solos.My friend, Steve Gadd, is also amazing technically,a great accompanist and a beautiful soloist.To be a great drummer takes being a musicologist too. You have to be aware of all the music that's going on in the world today and that's a huge amount.To be open to other approaches,other dynamics and other grooves is very important to your vocabulary.

The last one! But seriously,playing with Stevie Wonder in DC was a real dream come true;playing with Ray Charles was unbelievable!A concert in France with Bob Dylan where Ringo sat in and we played double drums!Another concert when George sat in with us-such a sweet beautiful guy and great player!

Just like anything else.Consistency,conviction,courage and persistence.I've been very very fortunate since I was 11 years old to make a living at music,travelled all over,put two kids through college, and worked with some of the most amazing talents in the world but it's also always been a roller coaster ride with ups and downs,artistically and financially.Hang in there and don't give up!!

Yes I still woodshed! Daily.I have a studio where I spend a minimum of 3 hours everyday and longer when I'm approaching a performance for the endurance factor.Typical rudimentary stuff and bass drum control,then try to come up with a groove I haven't made really comfortable yet.

Bob Dylan was great to work with! So unbelievably talented, artistic and wise.And the poetry!!