Monthly Archives: October 2013

There is another reason why we brought you here, we didn’t tell you about

“There is another reason why we brought you here, that we didn’t tell you about.” excerpt “History of the Groove, drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm ©2013 all rights reserved 2000. “There is another reason why we brought you here, that … Continue reading

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Johnny Appleseed of the Downbeat

Johnny Appleseed of the downbeat. excerpt “History of the Groove, drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm ©2012 all rights reserved 1990 As I signed my books at the New Age Trade Show conventions each year, the lines grew longer, each person … Continue reading

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On stage at the International New Age Trade Show in Denver

1999. On stage at the International New Age Trade Show in Denver. I was brought there by the publisher of my first book on drumming, Llewellyn Worldwide, to give a demonstration of drumming as a meditative healing artform. The dinner … Continue reading

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I was taking an extended drum solo on a typically hot and humid night

I was taking an extended drum solo that sounded like a Harley, and it was a really hot and humid night. excerpt “History of the Groove, Drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm ©2013 all rights reserved 1969. I was taking an … Continue reading

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Don Henley strolled into our store on a Sunday afternoon

Don Henley strolled into our store on a Sunday afternoon. excerpt “History of the Groove, drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm © 2013 all rights reserved 1998 Don Henley strolled into our store on a Sunday afternoon. He checked out the … Continue reading

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“This band sucks but you’re great!” She said, then kissed me

1995 “This band sucks, but you’re great!” She said, then kissed me. I continued playing. excerpt “History of the Groove, drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm ©2013 all rights reserved “This band sucks, but you’re great!” She said, then kissed me. … Continue reading

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Guro Dan Inosanto, Bruce Lee’s partner

Guro Dan Inosanto was Bruce Lee’s partner excerpt “History of the Groove, Drummer’s story” Russell Buddy helm ©2013 all rights reserved 1992 Guro Dan Inosanto, Bruce Lee’s partner, was  demonstrating knife fighting techniques to a select group of high level … Continue reading

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Baba Olatunji waved for everyone to stop playing

excerpt “History of the Groove, Drummer’s story” Russell Buddy Helm © 2013 all rights reserved 1988 Baba Olatunji, the great Nigerian drum prophet waved for everyone to stop playing their djembes in his seminar. He pointed down from the stage … Continue reading

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We’ll always have Paris

We’ll always have Paris

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