Few drummers in history command the same awe as Buddy Rich (1917–1987). Born in Brooklyn to vaudeville performers, Rich was a child prodigy who could play drums almost before he could read. By the time he was two, he was performing as “Traps, the Drum Wonder” on the vaudeville circuit, and by his teens he was already working with established bandleaders. Rich’s career spanned the big band era, bebop, swing, and even television. He played with Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey, and Harry James, and he app

If you saw Buddy Rich, tell us what year! Here's a solo by Buddy from August 1955 as part of "Melodies by Martin," Freddy Martin and his orchestra with Buddy Rich.The classic one up, two down set up would transfer to be one of the most iconic rock standard set-ups as well. Dude is rocking it! See more fun, inspiring interviews and drumming/percussion videos of many genres from over 130 countries around the world, as well as all our event coverage, interviews and documentaries in our videos album