"TRUTH IN RHYTHM" - Steve Ferrone (Average White Band, Chaka Khan, Tom Petty), Part 1 of 2

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Featured in TIR Episode 287 (Part 1 of 2; see Part 2 here: • "TRUTH IN RHYTHM" - St... ): Iconic funk, R&B, jazz and rock drummer Steve Ferrone! Among his seemingly endless list of musical accomplishments is being a member of Average White Band from 1974-1982, serving as Chaka Khan’s primary drummer from 1978 onward and beginning in 1994 serving as a member of Tom Petty’s Heartbreakers band.
Other top artists he has recorded with include the Emotions, Brothers Johnson, Jeffrey Osborne, George Benson, Teena Marie, Stanley Clarke, Steve Winwood, Duran Duran, Mick Jagger, Eric Clapton, Anita Baker, Bernie Worrell, Etta James, Marcus Miller and Johnny Cash. Plus he shares the amazing story of being on stage during Prince's legendary Rock and Roll Hall of Fame performance of "While My Guitar Gently Weeps."
RECORDED JANUARY 2023
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[@adrianlyord5300]

AWB definitely brought the Soul and Funk and A lot of that was because of what Steve delivered on the drums!!!! A Very unique drummer indeed! Thank you once again Scott! ✌🏾💪🏾✊🏿🎵

[@lizgoodwin1812]

Thank you so much for the illuminating interview, Mr. Goldfine. In addition to being such a talented, in-demand drummer, Steve Ferrone is a class act--very down-to-earth, humble, and affable! AWB's "Soul Searching" is my all-time favorite album of the group. I think that it really showcased the band's unmistakable gift for strong grooves, solid songwriting, and undeniable funk. Mr. Ferrone was indeed instrumental in establishing their signature sound. I didn't know that he played on the great Pat Metheny's classic "Secret Story" album--another favorite of mine. I wish I knew which song that he said had the complicated bridge. It was a title that eluded him, he said. I'll look forward to re-listening to the songs on which he played from that session. Again, thank you so much for your customary top-notch interview. We appreciate you and the multi-talented Mr. Steve Ferrone. His insights about music were priceless! Blessings to both of you and to the members of the exceptional AWB.

[@littlesfdogcoco8630]

AWB has some timeless classic’s.”A love of your own “is my favorite.Great interview Scott.Thanks.

[@adrianlyord5300]

I loved his drumming on Al Jarreau’s “ L Is For Lover” album and Duran Duran’s “ Notorious” single/ album! Great session drummer for sure!!! He also played on Rick James “ Glow “ album too!!! Too many to mention lol!!!😊

[@jasfan8247]

Wow, i didn't know he played Glow! My suprise act is his playing on the "Chic" type song "Think too much" on Paul Simon's "hearts bones" . Ferrone, Nile & Bernie together!!!!! (Tony was on vacation, maybe?)

[@mrmaxxx94]

One of the baddest drummers ever and the average white band the stone cold truth. Respect

[@jasfan8247]

Great Funknstuff! Wadda guy! Inspiring musician! Amazing hearing! This is learning-zone material for all! And funny!

[@adrianlyord5300]

“ Stop The Rain” , “ Love Your Life” , and “ Stop The Rain 🌧 “ , and “ I’m The One “are some of my favorite AWB songs! He’s so smooth and funky at the same time!

[@Mindbodyandspirit240]

Steve is one Funky brotha! Love his feel.

[@stevealbers8839]

I'm heading to the record store to pick up some AWB.

[@Ralphydub]

looks like theres 2 Jones Coffee Roasters in Pasadena. Which location does he play at?

[@bkkersey93]

Sorry, but I really like Shine and i really love Cupids In Fashion lol.

[@FunknstuffNet]

Do you also like their earlier work as much or more?

[@bkkersey93]

@FunknstuffNet Equally as much for sure! I also have all of their albums on vinyl and digital.

[@2sGHD]

why 90 days???? thats hella long man

[@FunknstuffNet]

Certain YT and Patreon membership levels get immediate access.

[@bkkersey93]

​@FUNKNSTUFF But 90 days is quite long. A month I think would be more reasonable.