This entertaining tape (or DVD) presents 15 of the greatest drummers in history in astounding extended solos and in a series of one-of-a-kind drum duels filmed over the last five decades. Among the highlights are uncut solos from big band legends Sonny Payne, Rufus Jones, Buddy Rich and Louis Bellson, and small group giants Joe Morello and Art Blakey. Rare drum battles include meetings with: Gene Krupa, Cozy Cole, Lionel Hampton and Chico Hamilton; Elvin Jones, Sunny Murray and Art Blakey; and a hilarious, once-in-a-lifetime battle between Buddy Rich and Jerry Lewis! |