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by Splatter 1955 days ago
I haven't seen him mentioned in this thread, but I was introduced to the phenomenal drummer Dave Weckl through Chick Corea and his Elektric Band. In my mind, Dave is the best drummer alive today. The mix of technical and musical skills is super impressive. After Dave played with Chick and the Elektric Band he's done several albums and is all over the place sharing his gift with folks from around the world. Look him up, you won't be disappointed.
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Good stuff... but.... Yussef Dayes? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NwVtIPeYIeQ

Add in Rocco Paladino on bass and Tom Misch on guitar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O7GaK516Wkk

Or Rocco Paladino on bass and Charlie Stacey on keyboards: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLWygV_OGc0&t=2414s

It's fun because as a drummer not that much into jazz or fusion I got introduced to Chick Corea through Dave Weckl (which yes is the best drummer alive and maybe of all time) :)

Consequently, I'm currently watching this one because my first reflex this morning was to type "Dave Weckl Chick Corea" on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-XZu8DBLSs

And speaking of Dave Weckl I can't resist posting this one with the late Didier Lockwood https://youtu.be/K-R9u-1R1FI

Two Drummers Auditioning For a Jazz Course https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iKRzq-t8lIY

(warning: very funny)