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Buddy Rich

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Born
30 September 1917
Born In
Brooklyn, New York, New York, United States
Died
2 April 1987 (aged 69)
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their peak in the 1930s and 40s. He received no formal drum instruction and went so far as to claim that instruction would only degrade his natural talent. He also never admitted to practicing. He claimed to play the drums only during performances and was not known to read music. His most popular p… read more
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from the… read more
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their peak in the 1930s and 40s. He received no formal drum instruction and… read more

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1 Play track Big Swing Face Willowcrest
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2 Play track The Greatest Drummer That Ever Lived Birdland
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3 Play track Groovin' Hard - Live At The Tropicana, Las Vegas, NV/1970 Groovin' Hard - Live At The Tropicana, Las Vegas, NV/1970
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4 Play track Just in Time: The Final Recording Just In Time
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5 Play track Just In Time (The Final Recording) Wind Machine
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6 Play track Buddy And Sweets Nice Work If You Can Get It
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7 Play track Big Swing Face Love For Sale
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8 The Greatest Drummer That Ever Lived Cape Verdean Blues
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9 Play track The Roar of '74 Time Check
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10 Play track Casa Dolce Casa Caravan
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    1 Sep 2023 · 10 tracks

    Trios (Live)
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  2. 55 listeners

    18 Aug 2023 · 5 tracks

    Buddy Rich In Miami (Live)
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    3 Mar 2023 · 7 tracks

    Great Live Performances
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