Buddy Rich
- Type: Classic Bandleader
- Born: September 30, 1917 in Brooklyn, New York, United States
- Died: April 2, 1987, Los Angeles, California, United States
- Active: 1921 - 1987
Biography
Buddy Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. He is widely considered to be one of the best drummers of all time, known for his virtuoso technique, speed, and power. From 1966 until his death, he led a successful big band in an era when the popularity of big bands had waned from their peak in the 1930s and 40s. He received no formal drum instruction and went so far as to claim that instruction would only degrade his natural talent. He also never admitted to practicing.
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Buddy Rich Discography
- The Swinging Buddy Rich (1954) - Album - rated 3.26/5
- The Wailing (1955) - Album - rated 3.49/5
- Buddy and Sweets (1956) - Album - rated 3.5/5
- This One's for Basie (1956) - Album - rated 3.54/5
- In Miami (1958) - Album - rated 3.9/5
- Richcraft (1959) - Album - rated 3.95/5
- The Roar of '74 (1974) - Album - rated 3.93/5