214 – Lenny White: A founding father of Jazz Fusion

With a resume like Lenny White’s it’s hard to know where to start when talking about his accomplishments. Although he is well known for being a member of Chick Corea’s Return to Forever, that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Lenny played on Miles Davis’ Bitches Brew and has performed/recorded with Freddie Hubbard, Joe Henderson, Woody Shaw, Gato Barbieri, Gil Evans, Stanley Clarke and Stan Getz. Lenny has also released 15 records as a leader and is widely considered one of the founding fathers of Jazz Fusion.

“It’s so essential to surround yourself with individuals who are ALREADY where you want to be. Iron Sharpens Iron.”

Lenny White talks about:

• How he got started playing
• Playing professionally at a young age
• Stories from Chick Corea and Miles Davis
• Bitches Brew
• Much more

Resources / Links / People Mentioned:

• Contact Lenny White: Facebook | Twitter
• Jazz Samaritans
• Return to Forever
• Bitches Brew
• Miles Davis 
• Chick Corea 
• Larry Coryell
• The “Magnificent 7” drummers:
  • Kenny Clark
  • Art Blakey
  • Max Roach
  • Philly Joe Jones
  • Elvin Jones
  • Roy Haynes
  • Tony Williiams

Lenny White Plays:

• Remo Drumheads
• Vic Frith Drumsticks
• Gretsch Drums
• Istanbul Agop Cymbals

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