The fact that “Seven Days” not only avoids that risk but transforms it into musical strength is due above all to Vinnie Colaiuta’s drumming. His groove does not sound “odd.” It sounds natural—almost as if the meter were not unusual at all.
Read moreSome Of My Favorite Drummers Are Invisible
Some of the very best drummers are virtually unheard of. When it comes to the needs of music, visibility -- or, rather, audibility -- is often not high on the list. There are high profile drummers we admire who have the ability to disappear as well as get noticed. Vinnie Colaiuta is a great example.
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