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Billy Cobham, born May 16, 1944 in Panama, is one of the world’s most influential drummers, best known for his jazz fusion in the 1970s, with John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra, where he pioneered a powerful style of drumming with jazz, rock and funk influences.
He is the first drummer to unseat Buddy Rich in the Down Beat music polls.
Cobham has played and recorded with hundreds of top musicians, including Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Larry Coryell, and Horace Silver; and is famous for his explosive, fast, spectacular playing.
He has been sampled, most famously by Massive Attack in their tune “Safe from Harm”, centered on the beat and bassline of Cobham’s “Stratus”, from his debut album Spectrum, as well as on Souls of Mischief’s “93 Til Infinity” from the song “Heather” on his album “Crosswinds.”
Fans of Cobham’s should check out the “Spectrum” lp featuring Tommy Bolin (of Deep Purple, James Gang and Zephyr fame) on lead guitar.
He is the first drummer to unseat Buddy Rich in the Down Beat music polls.
Cobham has played and recorded with hundreds of top musicians, including Miles Davis, Freddie Hubbard, Larry Coryell, and Horace Silver; and is famous for his explosive, fast, spectacular playing.
He has been sampled, most famously by Massive Attack in their tune “Safe from Harm”, centered on the beat and bassline of Cobham’s “Stratus”, from his debut album Spectrum, as well as on Souls of Mischief’s “93 Til Infinity” from the song “Heather” on his album “Crosswinds.”
Fans of Cobham’s should check out the “Spectrum” lp featuring Tommy Bolin (of Deep Purple, James Gang and Zephyr fame) on lead guitar.
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heedstoone wrote:
Beast!
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Mr_Oldschool wrote:
It's mind boggling what this guy does with a drum set.
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GregOfTheOcean wrote:
motherfucker can play drums in a sweater. what a champion.
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bashlichev wrote:
Black Jesus
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Papavida wrote:
toca muito...
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Firstlittlejo wrote:
Give the drummer some!
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pone2none wrote:
great props for this awesome dynamic drummer!!!
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Assedor wrote:
Billy is the greatest drummer of musical Olympus. His contribution to the musical legacy can not be overstated
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mozes_kriebel wrote:
Hmm It is such a shame a lot of his tracks are spoiled by trumpets or other instruments who are way too shrill at some points:(. Did he also make more music with piano for example, or with less shrill/high used instruments?
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Firstlittlejo wrote:
I have to correct myself please forgive Stanley Clarke live at the Greek unbelievable. Heard he was at NAM this year and residing in Switzerland. Wish you all the best Billy!!!
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Quadropheni wrote:
Real Genius Of Drums
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jwcross wrote:
I've been listening to Billy C. for over 20 years. I saw him at the Philedelphia Spectrum a long time ago when 'Spectrum' came out. He was strapped in a chair spinning around and upside down while he drummed to 'Quadrant' 4'. It was freakin unbeleivable! I've turned alot of people on to him. I have just about everything he's done and been involved in. I first heard him in the early 70's and still think he's the best. I hate it when some people tell me they've never heard of him. I actually met him momentarily with a friend who had back stage passes. My buddy asked him for some drumsticks and Billy said "no, wait for Thanksgiving and take them from a turkey" Hah! My buddy was pissed! A true living legend! Jimmy C.
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Firstlittlejo wrote:
Goodbye Porkpie Hat on Stanley Jordan Live at the Greek.
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optimistic_tour wrote:
I think Inner Conflicts is measurably improved by staring at the image on the sleeve while listening...
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mozes_kriebel wrote:
This dude is amazing. I heard one song (Rush hour, with George Duke) and I´m totally in love with his style. If i´d like to find more of his music, where should I start? Please leave a shout at my profile if you have suggestions:)
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flowersandsun wrote:
Amazing!
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floatondc wrote:
started a fusion jazz group. anyone wana join?http://www.last.fm/group/Fusion+Jazz
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Tonetus wrote:
MY FAVORITE DRUMMER OF ALL TIME !! Great Billy ...i adore his Drum-style ! :)
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prodigious1 wrote:
Seriously amazing drummer.
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hderakhshan wrote:
Check out this Track Billy played with an Iranian Artist : http://www.last.fm/music/Pouya+Mahmoodi/_/Si+Pareh
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