Keith LeBlanc, Drummer on Grandmaster Flash and Sugarhill Gang Songs, Dies at 69
Keith LeBlanc, the influential drummer and producer, passed away at 69. His work spanned a wide range of artists from Grandmaster Flash to Nine Inch Nails.
LeBlanc's drumming style in hip-hop songs, such as for Sugarhill Gang and Grandmaster Flash, contributed to their distinctive sound amidst electronic drumming trends at the time. [ more ]
Mondays with Morgan: Adam Cruz - Vortex, London, 13 January
Adam Cruz has upcoming performances in London at the Vortex and Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club.
Cruz will be playing with bassist Joris Teepe and pianist Barry Green in London, and with pianist Danilo Pérez and bassist John Patitucci on a tour in March. [ more ]