[Dixielandjazz] Herlin Riley

[Bill Dendle]

Ed Metz, Jr. is the greatest drummer in the world - in any style, any era -
he always knows what to do, and supports the band and the music exactly as
it should be done. He's not only a student of early jazz, swing, modern jazz
and rock; he can play literally anything incomparably.

No offense to anyone else; there are many excellent drummers, and I've
enjoyed playing with many through the years. It's just that after you play
with Ed, you're spoiled.

Bill Dendle


Dave,
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> I think Herlin is fantastic; he can play a different rhythm with each hand
> and foot, and have it all come out perfectly. My other favorite
traditional
> drummer (and teacher) is Hal Smith.
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