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Steve Smith & Buddy's Buddies
Steve Smith
Steve Smith & Buddy's Buddies
Genres: Jazz, Pop, R&B
 
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Although there have been many tributes to the late Buddy Rich, few have truly captured the explosive energy of the master drummer. Steve Smith, one of the most gifted all-around drummers in the world, admirably accepts th...  more »

     
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All Artists: Steve Smith
Title: Steve Smith & Buddy's Buddies
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Tone Center
Original Release Date: 9/28/1999
Release Date: 9/28/1999
Genres: Jazz, Pop, R&B
Styles: Jazz Fusion, Modern Postbebop, Swing Jazz, Bebop, Funk
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 026245400627

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Although there have been many tributes to the late Buddy Rich, few have truly captured the explosive energy of the master drummer. Steve Smith, one of the most gifted all-around drummers in the world, admirably accepts the challenge presented by Rich's repertoire. He is joined by various past members of Rich's band, including Anthony Jackson, Lee Musiker, and Steve Marcus, in an intimate small group, a setting in which Rich was a master. The result is a powerful performance that allows Smith to reveal his stunning technique and master musicianship while paying tribute to the greatest of them all. The blistering opener, "Nutville" is a raucous Latin/swing romp that sets up jaw-dropping solo spots by Marcus, Musiker, and Smith, the last of whom plays a smoking cadenza. Other Rich cuts include the Lennon/McCartney masterpiece "Norwegian Wood," here taken as a loping waltz a steaming Afro-Cuban/swing reading of "Airegin" and an intricate arrangement of Berstein's "Cool." Throughout, Smith effectively drives and guides the music with his trademark power and precision, producing one remarkable performance after another. The closing barnburner, "Ya Gotta Try," a favorite among Rich fans, is a fitting end to one of the most successful tributes to Rich's spirit yet.

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CD Reviews

Steve Marcus has been a favorite of mine for thirty years.
01/03/2000
(4 out of 5 stars)

"This is a fun album, well worth the money. The tune selection is very good, and the players put effort into their work.The sound is a little too harsh for me to relax by, but I'm sure I'll be listening to this one a lot this year."
Awesome drumming
C. Pompey | Charlotte, NC United States | 01/02/2003
(4 out of 5 stars)

"First of all, Steve Smith is an out of this world drummer. He really laid it down on this album. His chops were exhilirating and complex not to mention just downright hard to catch. This is my first Steve Smith album and it will not be my last. This guy is awesome. I recommend this album to all drummers, because you are sure to learn a thing or two or three. Great addition to my jazz collection."