December 1985 – Volume 9 • Number 12
Articles in December 1985
Kevan McKenzie: Canadian Studio Star
Toward the end of my college years, in 1974, I joined a symphonic band. Between engagements, a master class was scheduled with Ian Bernard, during which he demonstrated the finesse that got him the job with the National Arts Centre…
The Chicago Blues Drummers
The scene is the 1985 Chicago Blues Festival. Grant Park is brimming with people, many of whom are jockeying for seats and blanket space as close to the band shell as possible. Opening night of the city's annual free festival,…
December 1985 - Volume 9 • Number 12
Tony Thompson, Nicko McBrain, Paul Wertico, Peter Erskine, Odie Payne Jr., Casey Jones, Morris Jennings, Jimmy Tillman, Kevan McKenzie, Philly Joe Jones, Papa Jo Jones, Vinnie Colaiuta, Mel Lewis, Steve Smith
Paul Wertico
When you go on stage, it's like a big conversation. Music is about what you have to say on that particular day." So says Paul Wertico, drummer for Pat Metheny (and Chicago's Ear Wax Control), who it seems would be…
Nicko McBrain — Heavy Metal Perfectionist
Iron Maiden's Nicko McBrain may refer to himself as "The Thrasher," adding that he has "no coordination" and "no technique." Don't believe him for a minute! Being as modest as he is about his talents, McBrain won't tell you that…