Tributes
A collection of memories and accolades of appreciation for heroes that have passed.
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Charlie Watts Tribute
August 30, 2021Charlie Watts In Memory: 1941 – 2021 On August 24, 2021, the world lost a musical icon, when Charlie Watts, long-time drummer with The Rolling Stones, passed away. Below is a collection of tributes, memories and photos from some fellow drummers and music industry friends. We hope you enjoy this tribute to one of the all-time […]
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Bobby Morris Tribute
May 25, 2021We regret to announce the passing of drum legend Bobby Morris, on May 1, 2021. Bobby Morris, 93, entertainment industry icon, author, show producer, entertainment director, agent/manager, and drummer extraordinaire, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2021 in San Diego, CA. Below is a collection of memories and tributes from Hudson Music and friends paying […]
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Neil Peart: In Memory
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Hal Blaine: In Memoriam
March 12, 2019Word has come that Harold Simon Belsky, known to the drumming world and the universe at large as Hal Blaine, has left the building at the age of 90. He was one of the most recorded percussionists in history, a master of any style and genre’, and virtually changed the way drums were played, the […]
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In Memoriam: Freddie Gruber
October 12, 2011(May 27, 1927 – October 11, 2011) An obituary for Freddie Gruber, written by Neil Peart Legendary Teacher of Legendary Drummers Born in the Bronx over 84 years ago, Freddie Gruber grew up in the gritty exuberance of New York City in the 1930s and ’40s. As a young man, he was inspired by the […]
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Jim Chapin Tribute
July 5, 2009We regret to announce the passing of drum legend Jim Chapin, on July 4, 2009. Please visit our tribute page and leave your thoughts and memories of this drumming legend.
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Louie Bellson Tribute
February 15, 2009Most of us interested in jazz as a musical form know and respect the name, Louie Bellson. Louie passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2009 at the age of 84. Louie’s professional career spanned a period of 67 years, in which he was able to successfully perform for and with some of the best jazz musicians of those years. Louie was indeed a role model for any aspiring drummer to follow. He will be missed.
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Earl Palmer Tribute
September 29, 2008Earl Palmer, more than any other single drummer, was responsible for creating the foundation for the rock and roll drumbeat. In honor of Earl and his contributions to music, we’ve collected some thoughts and memories from some great drummers, as well as including some of our own. We’ve also included some never before seen interview footage from our vault, featuring Earl talking about his history in the studio and some of the artists he worked with over the years.
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Max Roach Tribute
August 17, 2008A tribute to legendary drummer and musical pioneer Max Roach, including tributes from well-known drummers from our community.
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