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Jazz drumming legend who played with Miles Davis dies at 82
Jazz drummer Al Foster, who played with the likes of Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock, and Sonny Rollins has died. He was 82. NPR ...
Al Foster, Master of the Jazz Drums, Is Dead at 82
He was probably best known for his long tenure with Miles Davis, who praised his ability to “keep the groove going forever.” ...
Al Foster, jazz drummer for Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins, dies at 82
Al Foster, the jazz drummer who performed in groundbreaking bands with Miles Davis, Herbie Hancock and Sonny Rollins, has ...
Jazz2mon
The History of Jazz Drums: An Archival Treasure Rediscovered
The History of jazz drums is more than a series—it’s a timeless archive that bridges the gap between jazz’s past and future. Although initially broadcast as an 8-part series, the content has since ...
Al Foster, renowned jazz drummer, has died aged 82
Renowned jazz drummer Al Foster has passed away at 82. He inspired modern jazz for more than 60 years, playing for bands led ...
What is so Philly about the Philly sound in jazz?
The answer lies in the music of Philly Joe Jones, Mickey Roker, Sumi Tonooka, Johnathan Blake, Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson, ...
The Triangle2h
New ways to get involved in jazz on campus
Jazz fans rejoice! There’s a new vibe happening just steps away from Drexel’s campus—and students are invited to be part of it!
A different Kneebody returns to forefront of jazz fusion scene
Kneebody reintroduces itself to the region with a series of gigs next week, starting Wednesday, May 21 at Kuumbwa Jazz Center ...
Morabo Morojele: Lesotho’s swinging jazz drummer who became a literary star
Morojele’s creative career was remarkable. He not only played the jazz changes, but lived and wrote the social and political ...