My Favorite Drummers (Part One)

His technical mastery and dynamic drumming style have left an indelible impact on progressive rock.

I have always been a fan of the drums. I had a snare drum as a kid and one of my friends from Milton High School, Tommy Mulkey, was an incredible drummer. As a child, one of my favorite Christmas songs was “The Little Drummer Boy”. I thought I would list some of my all-time favorite drummers for my blog.

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Norman Lear Dies

We just may be the most well-informed, yet least self-aware, people in history. – Norman Lear

Norman Lear, born July 27, 1922, is a celebrated figure in the world of American television and film. His groundbreaking work in the 1970s and beyond has left an indelible mark on the industry, influencing generations of creators and audiences.

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Tony Bennett Dies

A singer and a painter.

Anthony Dominick Benedetto, known professionally as Tony Bennett, was born on August 3, 1926, in Astoria, Queens, New York City, to Italian-American parents. He grew up in a working-class family, and from a young age, he showed a passion for art and music. In his early teens, Tony Bennett began performing as a singing waiter.

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