409 – [Daniel Glass Show]: The Magic of Gene Krupa: An Interview with Brooks Tegler
In this episode, Daniel talks with noted drummer, historian and collector Brooks Tegler about all things Gene Krupa.
What’s covered in this session:
- Brooks’ experiences growing up in a musical family and becoming a lifelong Gene Krupa fan.
- How Gene’s incredible ability to connected musically with an audience made him the most recognized drummer in the world for over 30 years.
- A look at Gene’s multi-decade relationship with Slingerland and how the two propelled each other to revolutionize the drum industry and the public’s view of drummers.
- An overview of Brooks’ massive collection of vintage Slingerland Radio King drum sets and snares.
- A preview of Brook’s forthcoming book about Gene Krupa, entitled “GK.”
Resources/Links/People Mentioned:
- Check out Brooks’ Gene Krupa Facebook Group.
- The Brooks Tegler Big Band performs “Sing, Sing, Sing.“
- Read Brooks’ “Keep It Swinging” blog dedicated to Gene Krupa here and here.