John 'JR' Robinson
The Beat of Experience. Priceless.
Over the years there have been a handful of drummers that have reached the ultimate plateau of first call rhythm makers who are called on to deliver the best grooves for the greatest producers and artists. If you’re thinking of a few, mostly likely John Robinson is on the list. From Michael Jackson’s 'Off The Wall' to Quincy Jones’ 'The Dude'; from Smokey Robinson’s 'One Heartbeat' to Anita Baker’s 'Rapture'; from Joe Sample’s 'Spellbound' to Ricky Lee Jone’s 'Flying Cowboys', you’ll find his uniquely experienced groove added to each hit. Because of his ability to deliver the right feel for the right project, he has been one of Quincy Jones’ go-to drummers since 1979, and also Barbra Streisand’s since 1993. He’s been pegged as one of the most recorded drummers in history, and a look at his discography will leave you convinced. As a global drummer, J.R. Robinson is leaving his mark not only in the U.S., but also internationally. Inside MusiCast is pleased to welcome John 'JR' Robinson.
So glad you finally got to interview one of the great drummers of all time. Like all the top session drummers, he just seems to play the perfect beat for whatever track he plays on, I guess it's all about getting the backbeat in the right place.
Brian,
Yeah...we did get one of the all time best drummers! And the great thing is that he was most entertaining, knowledgeable, and willing to chat with us for so long. He still loves what he does and you can still feel his passion. I dig that.
thanks for the comments.
EC
Hi Eddie & Rick,
it´s high time to thank you again for one more superb Interview with one of the best Drummers worldwide. I totally agree with Brian Hassan, who wrote his comment above.
"JR" nails every damn Note 1000% where it belongs to. Together with Porcaro and Vega, "JR" is like an Alien, speaking of his Crafmanship & Taste. I love everything he´s doing and Guys like him simply make the Difference!
Eddie & Rick, I love Inside MuisCast and you 2 Guys are doing a great Job. I´m not speaking just of this Interview, oh no....I have listend to all of them and it´s every time a huge pleasure to start playing one of your Episode´s! Great Stuff, definitely great Stuff...!!!
bye & the best wishes from Germany, Eddie & Rick!
Michael Kleine-Tebbe (Stuttgart/Germany)
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Great to hear John 'JR's comments on his career and working with others. Sounds like a top bloke. Cheers
Posted on 02.09.08