Buddy Rich: Can hit the drum 100 times in 1 bar Gene Krupa: Can get 100 different sounds out of 1 drum

@shaggybreeks

8 күн бұрын

Pretty much summarizes my impression of the two in contrast. Buddy had the technical edge, but Gene had more musical imagination.

Buddy Rich is pure precision, speed and aggression. Gene Krupa is smooth, classy and melodious. And the legendary Sammy Davis is all of this--the consummate entertainer who can sing, dance, everything. And all of this is pure joy.

@r.d.sandman6474

2 жыл бұрын

Very true, considering he never practiced, he just sat down & got up when he was happy with his work & he played great took great charge of his orchestra. On here you see him off his drums going from musician to musician, keeping the orchestra swinging. A natural.

@DeepsongProductions

2 жыл бұрын

Very nicely stated...

@johnscanlon2598

2 жыл бұрын

All ol Sammy needed was that cocaine

@robertlongman7298

2 жыл бұрын

It should be noted that Sammy was doing percussion with his feet (that's what tap does). Drums without drums.

@bethwilton8075

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely right

Hats off to anyone who can solo in a suit & tie.

I was born in 1953. Over the last 20 yrs. realized what a fabulous singer, entertainer, actor Sammy Davis Jr. was ... his life in the end was heart breaking but gave it his all! I've heard Buddy Rich & Gene Krupa over the years but have never seen such an incredible Duo complimenting each other on the drums along with the one of the greatest entertainers Sammy Davis Jr. ... this Video puts a smile and a "spring" in your step! **May God Bless & rest their Souls**

@georgecav

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree!

The two greatest drummers to ever play the drum kit! IMHO

@valentinius62

2 ай бұрын

Hmmm. I'd say Joe Morello would have to be up there with them. Mel Torme wasn't too shabby on the skins, either.

Never mind who had the most talent. These were three legends performinmg together. How I miss these guys!

@bullwinkle60

10 ай бұрын

plus, tap-dancing was a lesser talent of Sammy.

@james-jg8iu

8 ай бұрын

Not Lesser did you see Sammy handing out the tap shoes at the end,Fantastic

Buddy Rich was like a creature from another planet? he had otherworldly speed blazing blinding speed and flash. But Although Gene could not match his speed. Which I’m sure they were both doing plenty of. There is some thing about Gene Krupa he was melodic a joy to listen to he played from his heart and soul I loved it. Where at times buddy was like a robot just blazing away.Gene could swing man could he swing!

@danzwiren1492

Ай бұрын

listen to sammy play the drums. No one could do what he did just with his feet!

How is it possible to play so well without missing a note. Even Buddy said wow to Krupas great solo.

Man o' man, what a collection of talent! Sammy is one of the most extraordinary people to ever grace show business: an fine actor, wonderful musician, professional comedian and great dancer. Gene, ever the showman and innovator, and a wonderful drummer to boot, brought the drums into the modern era by bringing the kit from a background pace keeping instrument to a featured component of the big band. Buddy is flat out the most talented drummer of the 20th century. His timing, technical prowess, speed and ability to lead a top notch big band are and will forever be nonpareil.

Krupa's playing was actually more interesting to me. Buddy's playing as usual is a great display of chops galore.

@boomerguy9935

3 ай бұрын

It's like Buddy was saying, "Look what I can do!" and Gene was saying, "Listen to this!". Big difference. Buddy may have been better but Gene always made me smile and watch him over again and again.

@arame29

2 ай бұрын

Krupa was way past his prime Heart trouble and emphysema made him a shadow of what he was The cross sticking attempts are embarrassing.

What a neat little surprise in my KZread feed today. Before my era (Gen X)... before my drum legends... before Collins and Thompson, before Grohl and Hawkins, before Bruford and Muir, before Bruford and White, before Bruford and Mastelotto, before Mastelotto-Rieflin-Harrison/Stacey, before Mason and Wallis, etc... these guys. Wow. That was fun.

I am so lucky I grew up with big band music playing in my house. I loved Krupa's playing from the time of was probably 5 years old listening to Benny Goodman albums my dad always had playing. I'm 57 now. Also, Count Basie, the Duke, Dorseys.

The first time I saw Buddy Rich was in 1954 at the old Trianon ballroom in Seattle. He was playing with Harry James at the time .. I was standing right at the bandstand and could not believe his uncanny performance. The next time was with Jazz at The Philharmonic that fall. The other drummer was none other than Gene Krupa with the JAYP that evening. I followed Buddy all the way up to his death. I have many LPs, CDs and DVDs. He still remains to be the greatest drummer of all time. There are many good drummers but he still stands at the top.

@MrFchank

2 жыл бұрын

No drummer will ever top Buddy. Got to meet him once and got his autograph. A prized possession

@Cinemagoer_64

Жыл бұрын

It’s all preference my friend.

@carloscappellini1687

4 ай бұрын

Nope@@Cinemagoer_64

@carloscappellini1687

4 ай бұрын

100%. There is Buddy and then everybody else.

@johnned4848

25 күн бұрын

Great story. Of the drummers and Seattle

We just don't get television programs like this nowadays. A pity.

Such great talent,as we will never be so privileged to see again.

Wiw. Just wow. Gene Krupa. Buddy Rich. And Sammy's doing some pretty good drumming with his feet. So wonderful to see these three legends together. Thanx so very much for sharing!

Sammy Davis Jr. was possibly the most talented entertainer of his time. He could do it all.

@Stu-SB

Жыл бұрын

Easily agree on that, he was a phenomenal talent and a brilliant drummer too..

This video is a window into a better time. Long since gone. I mourn for todays world.

Oh man...I wish everything could be this good.

As amazing as it is to see this performance and it never ceases to amaze me! But I gotta say .. buddy’s singles!!! 😆 unbelievable!

Three fantastic performers, but when buddy comes in with the snare roll and then just takes it up and up he just slayed me!

@kewlfonz

5 ай бұрын

Best single stroke roll ever, bar nobody. Rich was the best snare drummer by a long chalk, even today!!!

Is there talent like this still out there these days? These icons didnt need much tech for fancy electronics to display their abilities! 🥁😎🥁

@infinitreality

2 жыл бұрын

The talent in the drumming department has multiplied tenfold thanks to the rudiments Buddy Rich has imparted upon the drumming community. Gene was outgunned in this show, and I think he knew it

@maccagrabme

Жыл бұрын

Yes there is incredible talent in drumming today like you wouldnt believe, however the swing, excitement and tightness that those legends achieved still cant quite be matched imo but they were focused on only a few styles of playing and were masters at them whereas todays pro drummers cover a lot more genres and have to be expert at all of them, including double kick etc so there is a bit of trade off but on a technical level todays drummers are on a completely different level than the past but that is taking nothing away from the drummers of the past.

@VIDS2013

4 ай бұрын

For swing in rock music drumming, check out Joel Amey of Wolf Alice.

i love both of these drummers. rich is probably more skilled technically, but i enjoy krupa's style more.

@MrStevos

2 жыл бұрын

For whatever it's worth, I agree 100%. Buddy had perhaps the fastest hands ever ! Many like that, & no doubt he was a great talent. But Gene, had soul, & cool expressions, & true class, he is my personal favorite too !

@Freddy-Da-Freeloadah

2 жыл бұрын

Krupa basically invented the 4 piece drum kit arrangements they are playing on, so Krupa is a proud papa, when he sees Buddy Rich play! He invented the instrument! IMHO

Wow!!!! Krupa is idiosyncratic and amazingly innovative. That transfer where he uses the two sticks is just amazing. But as the drum master, Rich is like BOOM! It is like the Emperor has arrived. I'd have paid anytime anywhere to see either of these amazing talents.

I got to see Gene, my drum hero live when he was at the Metropole In NYC. What a thrill.

@johnmitchell9180

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I saw Krupa and Teddy Wilson at the Metropole Cafe in 1955, I think. No cover charge, beer was a buck. Cozy Cole performed too...

@aerialeggbeater2644

2 жыл бұрын

My high school band brought Buddy Rich to town in the early 70’s. His band was set up in the high school gym, and I was fortunate enough to sit on the floor a few feet in front of his bass drum. I had to pick my jaw up from the floor after an hour of that performance. I hadn’t ever seen a one handed roll before,,,,,or since. He was lightning fast.

What always impressed me most about Buddy Rich was his awsome economy of motion ...

that was when tv was entertainment! Amazing stuff.

Wow! This is the kind of show I will never get tired of watching because these are the greatest drummers ever lived not the mention the one and only Sammy Davis, Jr. They're all amazingly wonderful musical artists! Bravo! thumbs up all the way!! to heaven!!

@davidmichaelheavenlymusic

3 жыл бұрын

...Raw stuff. no "digits" to modify and correct

@morbidmanmusic

2 жыл бұрын

They are great.. greatest is not a thing. Do you know how many amazing drummers happened in the last 6 decades?

@morbidmanmusic

2 жыл бұрын

Well, don't listen to modern music that does that. That is your fault. There are plenty today that don't. But you all need your cliches, sitting in your arm chair.

This video/slim clip brought me lots of joy! Thank you for posting it!

Krupa swung. His fills during "Cute" were just great - not super difficult but just sounded perfect.

@see6052

Жыл бұрын

YAYYYYYYY.....thanks, I've been wondering what the tune was for years now..finally get to hear the full version lol. I owe ya 😌

All three legends

Such expertise and joy by all!

Gene Krupa Buddy Rich And Sammy Davis Jr were so Phenomenal

I kept waiting for Sammy to pull out a third set of sticks and another set to appear...

3 of the most talented musicians EVER!

The greatest of all time right here

It was nice, growing up, in this era ... ;-)

A class of its own! Pure joy and nothing else. Plain music above all things. We have no more of these these days.

Que haces aqui sino te gusta esto es oro puro!!!

Senza questi due pazzi GENI TALENTI MONDIALI, non esisterebbe ne la Batteria ne Batteristi, grazie a Buddy e Krupa se oggi al mondo ci sono allievi GENI E TALENTI che suonano cosi' !!!

This is really one of those golden moments in my life ...G...

Gene Krupa, a god even in that age !

Dynamic duo.🥁. And Sammy’s feet. Priceless.

Excellent! Love those two since I was a child of the 70’s

I know this stuff will probably before forever on file, storage etc for any one to see in future generations, but I almost feel sad because even though they can watch it, they may never really feel when talent , was actually real talent.. not enhanced, or altered to sound good. The rehearsals these people do, just not these guys, but that entire era .. it is astounding how much work is put into these things, and they are just classic masterpieces.

They were absolutely amazing...

These two are who started my life as a musician 60 years ago

@boomerguy9935

3 ай бұрын

Likewise, I went to the Saturday matinee as a kid when I saw the Gene Krupa Story. Later, I watched Johnny Carson every night, hoping to see Buddy Rich who was a regular guest. Even though I started in a garage band in the 60's, I used the momentum of these early days to propel me into jazz drumming which I still play.

It was so nice to see them all smiling and laughing and having fun and joking around so much talent on that stage. I'd love to see a concert!

@victormadrid2921

Жыл бұрын

Genial

a tear jerking performance.....classic...

To quote somebody else; - "Now that's Entertainment"! Two of the greatest drummers along with the world's best ever all-round entertainer, Mr Sammy Davis jr, who has entertained me with every one of his multitude of talents for 60 + years.

Rich and Krupa were the best 👌

There are drummers, and then there are (were) Messrs. Rich & Krupa. Man alive, these boys were talented or what......

my 3 all time favourite musicians together - AMAZING :-)

Three legends!

Buddy is a machine. Just gold.

Insanely good dancing

Outstanding !

Takes me back to my first drumming (vinyl) record in very early 60's Gene Krupa meets Buddy Rich. Still have it & enjoy it!1

Speechless .. amazing!

Sammy does it all….. A Great artist

For all you young people out there this is what entertainment looks and sounds like. True experts at their crafts.

My impression is that Gene Krupa was a subtle drummer who could also do the spectacular stuff if need be. Vice versa with Buddy, he was generally flamboyant and very fast but also capable of subtlety. In short, two truly great all-rounders. Hats off to Sammy Davis too.

Buddy one of a kind what a gift..

Pure gold.

Buddy's wrist control is insane.

Melodious thunder!!!

A wee bit of talent on that stage ...

@davidmichaelheavenlymusic

3 жыл бұрын

Just a "wee" ;)

@TheGregory1967

2 жыл бұрын

Little bit!

Buddy was a phenomenon...and Gene knew it...all with a shirt, tie and restricting jacket almost every time he played.

The greatest drummers of all time

Are we watching the birth of Rock and Roll right before our very eyes?

Amazing talents. Too bad there wasn't a third drumset for Sammy.

@johnlarson111

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think sammy would want to be compared to the two best jazz drummers in history

@The3Dsmash

3 жыл бұрын

Sammy didn't need a drum set. His feet and the polished floor were all he needed to knock us dead.

@johnlarson111

3 жыл бұрын

@@The3Dsmash Sammy played drums. several videos on youtube. I will let you decide how good he was. Buddy Rich was something special

@The3Dsmash

3 жыл бұрын

@@johnlarson111 Oh man, I just watched some video with Sammy playing drums and vibes. I knew he was a consummate performer but didn't know he was great on drums, too! Thanks for the education, John Larson.

@gratefultube

3 жыл бұрын

the dancin' shoes for Gene and Buddy took care of that

1:32-1:35 is one of the greatest moments in drum history. That fill makes me yell whoooo every time. These three were giants and their sense of timing is unreal.

Pure, raw talent by 3 men at the height of their careers. The drums are amazing but then what can a guy say? I enjoyed Ginger Baker back mid-70’s playing off each of these men, a mutual admiration society of sorts. I was & still am just in awe! Sammy is Sammy, he rendered me speechless a few times. His cowboy guns? Incredible.

Absolute gold!!!!!

Sammy Davis was always a talented tap dancer. Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich were great drummers.

@boomerguy9935

3 ай бұрын

Sammy also played drums and other instruments, sang and danced. He could do it all and he was humble about his amazing talent. What a pure gentleman.

That was awesome.

Los tres, para variar, ¡geniales!!!

This video is gold

Just imagine being Sammy. Getting to sit right there, and watch two drumming icons having fun doing what they do best.

I love to watch Sammy dance. Makes me wanna watch "Tap". Great movie. Never saw guys with ties playing drums like that .

@boomerguy9935

3 ай бұрын

I love that movie!

Sammy was the best just a great guy.

Sammy could do anything extremely talented but buddy rich I think and I’m a novice drummer is to this day the best drummer in the world or at least from what I have seen. Simple kit setup and that’s all he needs offset left hand is golden.

@Esrom_music

2 жыл бұрын

Matt Garska is pretty good

@boomerguy9935

3 ай бұрын

There are many other drummers from this era. Some of my favorites are Papa Jo Jones, Joe Morello, Big Sid Catlett, Louis Bellson and on and on.

Awesome and amazing drummers got my adrenaline pumping

There are no entertainers this good anymore

This is what I call artistry' skill and ENTERTAINMENT!!

@kenstoller1079

2 жыл бұрын

You will never see talent such as this ..EVER AGAIN!!!

Three legends

Great stuff ... truly amazing entertainers

Amazing!

I haven't smiled like this in years! #FJB

No man can do everything,…….except Sammy Davis jr.

This is gold.

sammy is amazing. buddy is so smooth.

Los tres con su talento y la música ufff donde quedaron los buenos músicos

No clam blowing on this show fellas lol loved all 3 😁

Actually Sammy was a great drummer. There are a few youtube videos of him drumming

@karlplaysdrums

2 жыл бұрын

Yes he was!

@MrStevos

2 жыл бұрын

That was the point of the joke at the beginning, where they "make him" turn over the drum sticks !

@jamesfetherston1190

2 жыл бұрын

I think Sammy played drums professionally hand in hand with dancing in his early years. Lot crossover between dancers and drummers. I think Fred Astaire was a pretty accomplished drummer too. Ringo was also the best dancer of the Beatles..

Great. Such talent.

For those of you who think Mr.Rich was unimaginative, repetitious with his fills? and nothing but fast, I fear that you have truly missed the boat. Neil Peart (RIP), arguably the most accomplished and influential rock drummer of the past 40 years, played Buddy's music with the Buddy Rich Band twice at memorial celebrations at the request of Buddy's daughter-who loved Neil's playing and spoke of her dad's respect and admiration for Neil-stated that trying to learn and then play Buddy's part in his band's music was the single most difficult thing he had tried to do as a musician. Not only was the style of music foreign to Neil but Buddy's exceedingly nuanced tempo and technique were mind boggling. Much to Neil's credit, he took on that most difficult challenge and played wonderfully. When Mr. Peart complements you in an almost reverential manner, you know you are special. And Buddy was indeed special, uniquely so. Here is Buddy playing with a small jazz band in the late 50s. If these "fills" are repetitious and his playing nothing but pure speed, then the world is certainly missing something: kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYSYzJluo9TLgdY.html

@bennjenn929

2 жыл бұрын

How true. Saw Buddy Rich live back in the 80s and I was absolutely blown away. Neil Peart is my favorite drummer, but Buddy was the best I ever saw. Greatest drummer of all time.

@m42037

2 жыл бұрын

@@bennjenn929 Why did Rush sellout after the Signals record? Neil's sound was horrible by Power Windows, quite embarrassing such a great drummer. Before you say everyone changes they were the only heavy rock band to sellout.

@jerrywoods4066

2 жыл бұрын

Ian paice thumbs up

@m42037

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerrywoods4066 Speaking of Ian Paice he didn't sellout with his style and drums at the same time Rush did, just listen to "Perfect Strangers" and was a success

@jerrywoods4066

2 жыл бұрын

@@m42037 he was a success back in the 70s . He was spoken in the same breath as John Bonham and Keith moon. Ian is definitely my favorite drummer for eons. of course he's alot older and don't do it like he used to but that's life. Cozy powell Steve Smith Tommy Aldridge are also tops with me.

Why did this music ever stop ??? Beats rap to death 😢😢😢

Noone would doubt that all three here were world class performers . Gene seemed to always play with taste yet flamboyance. I'm a huge fan of Buddy and he is technically amazing but he can sometimes lack sthg that Gene and Joe Morello had in spades . Still absolutely mind blowing skill though

Buddy the original death metal drummer