Drummer reacts to - Buddy Rich Solo From The Hague

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[@Bob-nu3xe]

Don't worry Jason I have studied Buddy for over 50 years and seen Buddy in concert and I still watch with my mouth open not believing my eyes and ears!!.

[@IvoMaropo]

An endless source of genius, organic ideas with equally genius executions. This solo is IMPOSSIBLE to replicate. I'd even go on a limb here and say no 30 second straight segment of it actually could. Buddy was a miracle and one of history's greatest musicians, without a shadow of doubt.

[@MauriceCalis]

After about 35 years of listening/watching Buddy, that's the best clip I've ever seen. Certainly tops and other drum solo I've seen; at the pinnacle of all his technique and style. Hard not to stare (and dream of playing at that level), each time I watch it. My best friend, who has seen Buddy perform, up close, many times, told me that there were some nights when he was in rare form - I say, this has got to be one of them.

[@acedrumminman]

I was his rehearsal drummer and roadie from spring of 76 till fall of 77. This is a great example of what I call his "middle late" period. I saw thousands of sets over that time with the great "Killer Force" band. When that band was formed early of 76 Buddy was in a kind of playing slump, the bands he had didn't inspire him....when a bunch of these guys joined...Clint Sharmon, Dave Stahi on lead trumpet...Ross Konikoff, Dean Pratt, Waymon Reed, Rick Stepton came back, Alan Gauvin on lead Alto, Bob Mintzer and Turk Mauro Buddy was so inspired he raised his level again. The strength of that band forced him to push hard every night because these guys loved him and came to kick ass. As a 24 year old drummer being that close to him changed me forever. He was extraordinary...

[@kenwinter3821]

Did anyone else notice that at 9:14-15 Buddy breaks the right stick, drops it and grabs a new one? It was so smooth you’d never know it.

[@sulladrum]

Buddy is the only drummer who makes me laugh nervously and almost cry at the same time. I was fortunate to three him twice up close and it was a life-changing experience. The one thing that no video can show is the incredible power he generated when he played. I've watched all the greats and I always come back to Buddy

[@Poeme340]

You nailed it-he was a uniquely gifted artist. He had such complete technical mastery that he could play whatever his mind created on the spot. It’s almost frightening.👍

[@Lewy3958]

Hi Jason i first met Buddy when i was 10/11 years old he took to me for some reason , and whilst growing up he was like a father to me . We became close and the respect i had for him grew daily . I studied him from near and far , and things i learnt from him will last my whole life . As i entered adulthood we became friends , lunches, coffee and pasta dinners were amazing . Im flying to Westwood Park to visit him on his anniversary on 2nd April and will say a prayer from us all . Yes he was the greatest drummer that ever lived , but more than he was a wonderul human being as far as im concerned . He loved Marie and Cathy was the apple of his eye . He was so generous too which people ignore I seen him play 160 odd times and occasionally would sit stage side , i had fantastic times being around him and the hole he left in my life can never be healed . Hope this message finds you well .

[@JasonSayersDrums]

Oh wow, I absolutely love comments like this! Thank you so much for taking the time to write such a comment too. That must have been an amazing experience to have known him that personally and I could only ever dream of meeting him to pick his brain. Please keep in touch.

[@jimbizness3864]

Great review, Jason! You have captured the essence of Buddy and it's nice to see a young player such as yourself who understands the greatness you have witnessed. Speed, finesse, technique, power, light touch, creativity in telling a story, and unbelievable stamina. I was fortunate to see Buddy 9 or 10 times between 1973 and 1986. I have also witnessed up-close performances and clinics by players such as Bobby Christian, Anton Figg, Dave Weckl, Gregg Bissonnett, Louis Bellson, Ed Shaughnessy, etc. They are all wonderful players, but none of them left me as awestruck as Buddy. Every time. His performances were spellbinding. There are lots of videos out there and I'd also recommend his entire performance "At the Top" in Rochester. It precedes this by about 5 years. Thanks!

[@pippottopazzo]

That's true , Buddy is incredible ... from 1:45:00 to 1:50:00 he changes from 4/4 to 3/4 and then again in 4/4 so fast that you can hardly hear the difference... I think he's playing snare drum at 330 BPM speed in this video ... amazing ... and he does play with extreme calm and so naturally , just like he was drinking a glass of water ! ... he always told in interviews that he was used not to practice between a concert and the following one... so he must be considered ( together with M. Roach ) the greatest genius of drumming , apart from the style we are considering ( jazz, funky, rock, etc etc )

[@thegloryyears2907]

Love your videos. Just subscribed. The look on your face during these is priceless. Buddy is peerless

[@snivelinj7612]

Is that pure genius or what !! He must have ball bearings in his wrists as well. You're right Jason, he was and is to this day in a level all his own.

[@MRCATL3]

The dude was an alien. The left hand alone

[@Jath2112]

One thing...among many...but one thing I always find mesmerizing...is the pulse inside his buzz rolls... you can hear the current in it like water...I've seen so many mind blowing drummers... but I've never felt a pulse like that underneath it. I've felt other pulses... but nothing like his. It's just magic

[@bombasticbushkin4985]

Buddy Rich was a pioneer. A wonder, a marvel, a legend and a genius born to drum, never to be matched. Don't try this at home or you may hurt yourself.

[@jimlasterni7310]

Buddy was awesome thanks for the video

[@michaellott3575]

People are always blown away by Buddy's speed and technical brilliance. But let's not forget, he led a big band with very challenging arrangements, without a score because he couldn't read, but I have never seen him miss a beat or an accent. Add to that the sheer physicality of a set remembering that the solo you highlighted was a solo in probably a 90 minute performance. All this from a drummer who never had a lesson and came up through vaudeville. For a complete jaw dropping set catch the Talk of the Town performance including his snare drum bolero solo and monster West Side Story solo. Thanks for the analysis.

[@Lewy3958]

The Talk of the Town was the second time i seen Buddy , it was mindblowing i was 11 years old . Seeing him 160 times more and getting close to him changed my life forever . My life has never been the same since he passed away , and i miss him more than words can say, now and until i leave this earth .

[@crlaw75]

I love those single handed flams at 9:11.

[@ikshields]

This entire concert (still on YT, I believe) is easily one of the very best recorded showcases of Buddy and his band - absolutely stunning music throughout, and a beautifully produced video, with Buddy in top form. Amazed it hasn’t gotten far more reactions.

[@iainadam1005]

It's not often you meet your hero, but I did twice and have two sets of sticks as well. I have never seen any one that thrilled me with his mastering of the drums as Buddy Rich. For me he still the best the very best.👍

[@pamnicklas5536]

This amply proves the point that a drummer doesn't need a big set to be a great drummer!

[@user-ud9rn7dw6q]

Best drummer who ever played period Watch buddy rich 1970 unbelievable

[@jima6545]

Thank you my personal favorite of Buddy's. I studied stick control and Accents and Rebounds as well. To fantastic books. I think you've inspired me to start playing again

[@Suzismymom]

Excellent reaction to the Best Drummer ever! I was really lucky to see him once, my husband and I were on vacation staying at a shore house and decided to go to Seaside Heights Boardwalk which was 5 minutes away from where we stayed. Walking down the Boardwalk I noticed a sign outside the Chatterbox saying Buddy Rich was playing and went inside, the place was barely half full which kinda pissed me off because, Buddy Rich!!!! We had no idea he was playing and would've gladly driven anywhere to see him but to have randomly stumbled upon a show was magical. Of course he was amazing, he was also really funny, at one point he asked if anyone wanted to come up and play his drums, some guy raised his hand and said "I do!" to which Buddy replied "fuck you, sit down" then went into some more awesome drumming lol I've been to approximately 17 million shows of all genres and I can honestly say that was one of the best shows I ever saw. 2nd place best drummer I ever saw was Cozy Powell when he toured with ELP, Emerson Lake and Powell, and the reason I went was to see Cozy.

[@jamescpotter]

If memory serves me, Stone's follow up to Stick Control was Accents and Rebounds, a great study for any drummer who desires to improve.

[@M00159]

You should also react to his live performance called, Impossible Drum Solo. It’s unbelievable.

[@ajn465]

He did that one before.

[@JohnHJaabk]

Met Buddy Rich in Oslo in 1977

[@edellis515]

I MISS HIM SOOOOOO MUCH

[@raylittle8607]

Buddy Rich was a fantastic musician. He not only was the master of the drums but you could tell he was in complete control of the drum set. He was unlike most drummers who have a massive drum kit and just thrash around claiming a solo is being played. Buddy had 4 drums and man the sound had tonality and musicality. This guy was a genius. The speed, the timing was superb. I consider Buddy to be the greatest drummer this world has ever known. It’s a great pity that the man was not so great away from the drums. He was quite bad tempered and some say aggressive. Nevertheless, RIP Buddy Rich.

[@Lewy3958]

Ray trust me i got close to him and in well over a hundred & fifty meetings , i never seen the agressivness nor the bad temper . What i did see was a humble guy , who was amazed that people put him on the proverbial pedestal , and someone who would give you his last penny .

[@vinceventresca6763]

@@Lewy3958 I read a story a while ago in which Buddy said that he hated hearing stories about Drummers giving up after seeing him in action, guessing they could never be that good, regardless of how much work they put in, so they thought they shouldn’t even bother. Buddy wanted to inspire drummers , and bring them to music, not scare them away. Yes, he could be quite volatile. Yes, he never suffered fools gladly. Yes, he never apologized for his talent (Why should he?) Yes, he seemed to loathe Rock drummers, even though many were inspired by him. But he was also quick-witted and actually appreciative of the acclaim he received. He NEVER NEVER mailed in a performance, even while having a heart attack on stage (I think it was the Concert for the Americas in 1986). With so many stories of the time over the years he spent with budding musicians, could he really have been that foul of a person, or was he just….real? He was a Force of Nature. Crappy upbringing. Self-taught. He was a complex individual.

[@pippottopazzo]

it's incredible ... from 1:45:00 to 1:50:00 he changes from 4/4 to 3/4 and then again in 4/4 so fast that you can hardly hear the difference... I think he's playing snare drum at 330 BPM speed... amazing ... and he does play with extreme calm and so naturally , just like he was drinking a glass of water ... he always told in interviews that he was used not to practice between a concert and the following one... so he must be considered ( together with M. Roach ) the greatest genius of drumming , apart from the style we are considering ( jazz, funky, rock, etc etc )

[@crlaw75]

You should do a reaction to the '84 solo of Buddy in Berlin ("Channel One Suite").

[@soulesslemming]

Buddy sounds like he has another person playing the snare for him while going off elsewhere on his set.

[@mjm5081]

🙏 ❤ 🌹 Buddy 🌹 ❤ 🙏

[@bombocropper5142]

There's a short one called "Drum Solo" of Buddy in his 30s with The Freddy Martin band"

[@mikemastalski2904]

My favorite from the Hague is brush strokes .please have a look

[@ajn465]

Possibly the most important secret to buddy soloing was that he was not thinking about the drums. He was playing a song in his head at all times. The hands took care of themselves. This was also true with his ensemble playing. He was thinking about the music, the chops just let him express himself. You should watch this video shot illegally from backstage at Disneyland, where he can watch his hands through two entire charts. It’s peak relaxed buddy, and therefore also his most amazing …musically anyway. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJXThKabbNV2pJI

[@loucontino4804]

Buddy Rich was The Greatest Natural Drummer in The History of The World. He was also a tremendous showman & although we always turn to his performance solos, here's one where Buddy drums while the great Eleanor Powell dances through the number ending with her and Buddy on the 1942 film Ship Ahoy. Here's the tune, "I'll Take Tellulah"...kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHPJnX6sqpyNmq8

[@edellis515]

BEYOND

[@jima6545]

Just noticed, he flips his left hand stick for the splashes at the end

[@user-sn5km4bg9n]

Hi again) couple request, if can ofc, SLAUGHTER TO PREVAIL - ZAVALI EBALO (Drum Play-Through by Evgeny Novikov), Mike Portnoy - "Pull Me Under (In Constant Motion DVD)"

[@edellis515]

Ur watching a TRUE MASTER yes I actually cried first time I saw him live in 69

[@kimweemhoff8066]

The Hague / Den Haag in the Netherlands where the North Sea Jazz Festival used to be ( now Rotterdam) You pronounce it as “ Dan Ha ( as in halo) jk Marvelous band and drumming ( ofcourse!)

[@teddyrondinelli7047]

You are correct no one comes even close to his talent. For myself Buddy is the best musician EVER. He mastered his instrument beyond any musician be it guitar , piano or whatever . Impeccable

[@reallymysterious4520]

Yet you will see random idiots posting comments on these kind of videos that there were drummer better than him - well what would KZbin be without trolls ...

[@IvoMaropo]

@@reallymysterious4520 The worst of them all are all those Virgil Donati fanboys. They laughed and viciously attacked me after making the very obvious observation that Buddy's single stroke roll was much better than Virgil's. There is a video of the latter playing a single stroke roll after one of his fans requested it - and, although good, it's not even remotely close to Buddy's in terms of speed, clarity, dynamic overall control and, most importantly, stamina. Those kids are a disgrace to the drumming world. They think the new always necessarily surpasses the old in every possible regard (an obvious stupid mistake when it comes to art). Buddy's hands, stick control and rudimental understanding were incomparably better than Virgil's (the latter being an incredible drummer on his own right, of course!).

[@reallymysterious4520]

@@IvoMaropo The new generation makes me laugh - with the overuse of words like Epic to describe things which are just slightly above average. I'm not even a musician but have seen LOTS of drumming videos and reactions - and can VERY EASILY say that I haven't seen anyone come close to Buddy's hand speed - even when he was almost 60 doing that Impossible Drum Solo that was introduced by Sinatra

[@journeyon1983]

I have a request. "Buddy Rich - West Side Story (Montreal Jazz Festival)" seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqWlamuHlrt6gpo IMO this is the best drum solo of his career. The whole concert can be seen here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/h4OulGxmoNp0l6c West Side Story can be heard at 31:04 into the clip. He is much older too, in this one, I believe 62. Older and better. It comes in two parts. Part one is spent mostly on the cymbals and part two on the drums. Watch it in awe. It is an OMG moment.

[@beagleman123456789]

It’s pronounced “ Ha G “

[@steveroybal8221]

Check out Louie Bellson

[@joecarleo6899]

Jason - I'm a very long time Buddy Rich fan. You mentioned his facial expression. I looked at your face and you too seemed dumb founded looking at Rich's awesome performance! Nobody beats Buddy! Joe Carleo - 60's jazz drummer who couldn't hold a candle to Super Buddy!

[@ifkekanrunning4768]

There are two drum performances I keep coming back to. The first is more in the vibe of Buddy Rich, namely Alex van Halen’s solo in the Van Halen live DVD Live without a Net. The second is of course MGLAs cymbal-intense work in kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZTWhX1no5edoac.

[@freegracetruthembrace7188]

So that's what it sounds like atop Mount Everest ?

[@richardrowe1538]

Why not the Gene Krupa/Buddy Rich Drum challenge?

[@othelloferrari6942]

What does one do when he watches a piece like this 100 times and does not grow tired of it? Go for 200, l suppose

[@jima6545]

I definitely recommend this little treat. Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, aaaand Sammy Davis Jr. Tap dancing kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqSvnppqqcuCZ7c

[@passqualecaiazza7728]

Back in the late 60's- late 70s, I played the drums. Never that good. I recognized that book you showed. I think I still have it somewhere. Buddy Rich was the best.

[@jazzsnare]

Would you be interested in reviewing the solo of Tom Brechtlein, who played with Chick Corea? kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJi5h32PiJWZp6s

[@pegrueneis]

nobody will ever reach him "" thats it

[@PENDEJO-POMPOTAS]

Buddy Rich, I know was brilliant, but this solo puts him kilometres above the best drummers on the planet today. He must have been a once-in-a-century phenomenon. And all that with a pretty basic drumkit, he didn't need double bass drums and tens of tom-toms to produce an impressive sound. May I add that I enjoy seeing your reaction and commenting on these solos.