Adam Nussbaum
"I called Roy Haynes the other day to wish him a happy birthday. He starts singing, 'Aint Nothin' Like the Real Thing' so I said 'I had to wish you happy birthday Roy because you were born in the future. Roy then broke out singing, 'I feel good'..."
And that’s just a taste of the humor of this great drummer. Adam’s personality is as large as his talent. And as a long list of great musicians will attest, Adam’s talent is indeed large.
You’ll hear Adam talk about how his playing is influenced by the harmony, the importance of knowing the history of this music and listening over and over and over to the important recordings, and putting in the time. A confirmation, he quoted Ray Brown who said ‘You just don’t luck up on this.’ meaning greatness doesn’t just happen. And he has a lot to say about listening.
This is another interview full of dense wisdom and practical advice for becoming the player you wish to be.