Had the pleasure of meeting him and his wife at a restaurant many years ago when I was in college. Two of the nicest people I have ever met. On their way out, Ms. Bailey asked if I knew who she was as our eyes met and I smiled. I said I absolutely know who you are! She smiled and they left. My friend and I finished our breakfast then got up to pay only to find out Ms. Bailey paid for your breakfast that morning. Truly a class act they were..
He was so talented, he really didn't even need a second bass drum. Always the gentleman and he was definitely the one who went to Zildjian and asked for his hi hats to be matched with the top one to be lighter and thinner than the bottom one. This was the birth of the "New Beats". This was great for Louis and for Zildjian!
70 years old back in 1994... I wonder what he might think watching SO many uneducated (and egotist) colleagues claiming that "Less is always more" lol AMAZING, outstanding performance of a TRUE innovator of our beloved Art of Drumming!!! thank you for sharing!
My pleasure! Very pleased to know you enjoyed seeing this clip, and took the time to post a note of appreciation - for the musicianship, and the video. Thanks!
The great now late drum play execution music master Louie Bellson would B extremely beyond just POLITE and methodically analytically generous in verbal communicative compliments.. Louie, GINO, and even Buddy really were kind humans and generous instructors ! The MAIN MAN of few from BIG BAND/Combo's BIG-BEAT JAZZ SWING era in true DRUM MASTER MUSIC MUSICAL GENIUS ! LOUIE BELLSON MASTER DRUMMER EXTRAORDINAIRE..! RIP LOUIE !!
There was a guy before him that I recently saw in OLD footage BUT Mr. Bellson was the first to really push it out there. Class act guy too and ALWAYS dressed to perfection.
Keep in mind he was 70 in here. Dude was a beast. Every rock and metal fan should know who Louie is. You can hear many patterns and fills in this performance that many modern metal drummers use to this day. The double bass, the 4 sticks, how much more metal could it get xD? A true legend, exceptional drummer and human being.
Why don't the late night shows still book amazing musical talent like this? Instead we see an endless parade of actors and actresses I've never heard of.
Folks when you catch magic in a bottle, as this show does, you want to share it with the world. Please share this show to every musician you know! BUDDY RICH / LOUIE BELLSON TRUE ROAD STORIES by protégé & personal valet Alan Dale Brent Holland ruclips.net/video/hMr5evBs7BA/видео.html&lc=z23bjhdybtiog1eqf04t1aokgv1jqnj4o24p13oa5gqerk0h00410
A cheerful countenance as always. Such substance, control and finesse. Double bass drums add that extra dynamic. Louie marked an epoch in drumming history. Thanks for sharing. Conan plays guitar, incidentally.
I was lucky to attend three of Louie's drum clinics, and see him in performance at least three times. Met him, and he was a true gentleman, so friendly. He autographed my album cover of Duke Ellington with Skin Deep on it and told me they recorded it in an auditorium to get that big sound. I also 'won' a signed drum head at one of his clinics. My personal favorite drummer of all time.
@@jamescalifornia2964 I saw him just before he passed. He did a drum clinic and then played with a 3 piece group. He was walking real slow and not moving about as smooth as earlier times I'd seen him. But, he gave the exact same drum clinic as before, his hands worked perfectly. Amazing man and drummer. My mistake that time was I forgot my camera, as I stayed after he was done and could have had a pic with him and me at his drum kit.
@@jamescalifornia2964 So true, so glad I did He was my inspiration for playing drums, I heard Skin Deep and decided to switch from guitar to drums. Plus my friends needed a drummer in their band. No regrets on that decision.
Holy shit. That made me cry. My new favorite drummer. He had an edge over Buddy Rich in the double kick and double stick components. Not quite the speed or stamina of Rich but definitely more creative. R.I.P.
Every Time I Got the Chance to See Louie Bellson Play Live in Chicago He Never Let Me Down in His Showcasing His Gift of Playing His Drum Kit. I Would Get the Chance to Talk to Him In Between His Set's Of Playing People would Always ask Me How Long had I Known Louie and His Wife Francine Bellson. He and Francine were Always Friendly Toward Louie's Fan's. Rest In Peace Louie, You Are Truly Missed My Friend.
@lonewolf5238 Yes. Well, I dont have as much time to play anymore as I used to, between work, wife, and the kids. But I built a drum room out in my shop that I still try to get out and play whenever I can. First picked up the sticks as a boy because of Alex Van Halen, and the other guys quickly became my other 3 favorites. Also love Danny Carey, Elvin Jones, Stewart Copeland, Terry Bozzio, Art Blakey, Ginger Baker, Keith Moon, John Bonham, Neil Peart, Tony Williams, Gene Krupa...there are so many great players all over the world but these are a bunch of my longtime favorites. But, in the end, my top 4 favorites always remain Alex, Buddy, Billy, and Louie.
@kevinwilkins3248 great selection, a hall of fame lineup. Wow. I'm a lowly guitar player, so my favorites are maybe a bit offbeat. But in addition to Bellson, Rich, and Krupa they are Stewart Copeland, Ringo Starr, Phil Collins, Elvin Jones, Carmine Appice and (of course) Danny Carey.
being a drummer,Im very surprised to have not heard his name before..All I mainly heard about were Gene Krupa & Buddy Rich being the best drummers but man this guy is right up there as well..and to think I stumbled on him by curiosity when I googled who the first double bass drummer was
I knew who LB was but never heard a recording with him. Until i was listening to an ella Fitzgerald song with a really good drum track, simple, but with amazing tone and timing and great musical taste. So i checked out who was the drummer in the recording... Louie!!
Love you Louie!!!!Saw him in Anaheim, CA with the IJE (International Jazz Educators). What a PHENOM drummer, one of the first to use double bass drums, too.
For those drummers who think that either the cross grip or match grip is better, should pay attention Louis. He can do both and he can play match grip with FOUR sticks. A great drummer never leaves out anything that works.
None other than Duke Ellington declared that Louie Bellson was the GREATEST JAZZ MUSICIAN IN THE WORLD, meaning he was not only an unbelievably talented trap drummer, but also a virtuoso percussionist who played xylophone, vibes, orchestral timpani, and every other percussive instrument. A skilled pianist, Louie composed *hundreds* of songs and arranged countless more. Louie was indeed a consummate musician. (He was also greatly admired by Buddy Rich. )
57 years ago Louis Bellson was my favorite drummer, 2018 I am almost 70 years old Louis Belson is still my favorite drummer of all time. Simply put he is a complete musician and phenomenal drummer.One of a kind!
Oh my God what a talent he was! And playing with two sticks in each hand? Heck I have enough trouble keeping control of one stick in each hand let alone two! Louie could hold his own with all the greats in drumming with the plus by all accounts he was a nice guy too.
I would say that the people who control todays late night shows book who they think are great musicians? Talent like Louie Bellson and the late Buddy Rich and Maynard Ferguson and a host of others are gone. Their memories are with us and will remain with us. Unfortunately today you see a lot of entertainers that are flash in the pan acts. They are hot for a while and then they fade out. Talent like Louie Bellson and Max Roach and Joe Morello will SUSTAIN and last forever and ever. Unfortunately its not worth staying up late to see any one that really is a stand out in entertainment.
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Had the pleasure of meeting him and his wife at a restaurant many years ago when I was in college. Two of the nicest people I have ever met. On their way out, Ms. Bailey asked if I knew who she was as our eyes met and I smiled. I said I absolutely know who you are! She smiled and they left. My friend and I finished our breakfast then got up to pay only to find out Ms. Bailey paid for your breakfast that morning. Truly a class act they were..
So smooth, NO wasted motion, the Man is a genius on traps!
Not only did he pioneer the double bass, but he also directly contributed to the Zildjian New Beat hi-hats!
I did not know that.
He was so talented, he really didn't even need a second bass drum. Always the gentleman and he was definitely the one who went to Zildjian and asked for his hi hats to be matched with the top one to be lighter and thinner than the bottom one. This was the birth of the "New Beats". This was great for Louis and for Zildjian!
One of the most lovely drummers in the business play just like his personality kind and loving a true American legend
Spot on met Louie at UM in the 70s . A gentleman so polite and a master!!
Louie was one of my favorite big band drummer
Such a gentleman! A musician's musician!
70 years old back in 1994... I wonder what he might think watching SO many uneducated (and egotist) colleagues claiming that "Less is always more" lol AMAZING, outstanding performance of a TRUE innovator of our beloved Art of Drumming!!! thank you for sharing!
My pleasure! Very pleased to know you enjoyed seeing this clip, and took the time to post a note of appreciation - for the musicianship, and the video. Thanks!
The great now late drum play execution music master Louie Bellson would B extremely beyond just POLITE and methodically analytically generous in verbal communicative compliments.. Louie, GINO, and even Buddy really were kind humans and generous instructors ! The MAIN MAN of few from BIG BAND/Combo's BIG-BEAT JAZZ SWING era in true DRUM MASTER MUSIC MUSICAL GENIUS ! LOUIE BELLSON MASTER DRUMMER EXTRAORDINAIRE..! RIP LOUIE !!
@@Douglas-zd7mz could be
Long before ANY of the modern rock drummers, Louie Bellson was the FIRST to use Twin Bass drums!
The most unknown & under rated drummers of all time!!!!!!!!!!!
First played them in1939!
There was a guy before him that I recently saw in OLD footage BUT Mr. Bellson was the first to really push it out there. Class act guy too and ALWAYS dressed to perfection.
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Keep in mind he was 70 in here. Dude was a beast. Every rock and metal fan should know who Louie is. You can hear many patterns and fills in this performance that many modern metal drummers use to this day. The double bass, the 4 sticks, how much more metal could it get xD? A true legend, exceptional drummer and human being.
These are the guys every aspiring drummer should listen to, why? Musicality!
I love this master drummer.
Why don't the late night shows still book amazing musical talent like this? Instead we see an endless parade of actors and actresses I've never heard of.
Which is why the viewer ship is way down.
Folks when you catch magic in a bottle, as this show does, you want to share it with the world. Please share this show to every musician you know! BUDDY RICH / LOUIE BELLSON TRUE ROAD STORIES by protégé & personal valet Alan Dale Brent Holland
ruclips.net/video/hMr5evBs7BA/видео.html&lc=z23bjhdybtiog1eqf04t1aokgv1jqnj4o24p13oa5gqerk0h00410
Because They are all dead sadly 😔 Besides all late nights shows became a biased political scheme!
Who then shove their political opinions down your throat...
mobrules29 I agree 100% anytime I see any musical acts on there these days it sucks but then again so does today's music
He always looked happy when he was playing.
A real gentleman as well, unlike some of his counterparts!
He looks like he’s having so much fun, makes it so much better, and FOUR STICKS IN THAT SOLO!!!!!
An all time great drummer.
I'm so sorry that I'm 35, played since 15, and just found out about the origin of double kicks and what real drum talent looks like. 👏
I honestly believe Louie is the only one who really give Buddy a run for his money!
Ed Shaughnessy did too!
Of course Carl Palmer would!
When Buddy got sick (injured?) on tour, he asked Louie to fill in.
Louis Mastrangelo Completely agree !
Louie said " Nobody could play any better than Buddy. If you could play up to him, fine."
A cheerful countenance as always. Such substance, control and finesse. Double bass drums add that extra dynamic. Louie marked an epoch in drumming history. Thanks for sharing. Conan plays guitar, incidentally.
You're most welcome! Thanks for the note of appreciation, and happy to know the footage brings satisfaction to those who find it.
@@whatsforafters7843 when greats were great. Thanks for the upload.
Real talent today is hidden by a sea of social media friendly mediocrity.
Way ahead of his time double bass drum set up long before it was fashionable superb inivater
And who doesn’t love his vibes grip??
heck he was only 70 years old then!
One of my idols..... 4 sticks for you. BRO❤
I was lucky to attend three of Louie's drum clinics, and see him in performance at least three times. Met him, and he was a true gentleman, so friendly. He autographed my album cover of Duke Ellington with Skin Deep on it and told me they recorded it in an auditorium to get that big sound. I also 'won' a signed drum head at one of his clinics. My personal favorite drummer of all time.
He had a drum clinic at Hollywood Professional Drums on Vine St. a few years before he passed. 🎶
@@jamescalifornia2964 I saw him just before he passed. He did a drum clinic and then played with a 3 piece group. He was walking real slow and not moving about as smooth as earlier times I'd seen him. But, he gave the exact same drum clinic as before, his hands worked perfectly. Amazing man and drummer. My mistake that time was I forgot my camera, as I stayed after he was done and could have had a pic with him and me at his drum kit.
@@SGB9 - You got to meet a legend in music - and a legend in being human 👌
@@jamescalifornia2964 So true, so glad I did He was my inspiration for playing drums, I heard Skin Deep and decided to switch from guitar to drums. Plus my friends needed a drummer in their band. No regrets on that decision.
Holy shit. That made me cry. My new favorite drummer. He had an edge over Buddy Rich in the double kick and double stick components. Not quite the speed or stamina of Rich but definitely more creative.
R.I.P.
Fantastic ❤
Not only a great drummer, but a great story teller too
One of the best drummers!!
The four stick work is incredible.....and as for the rest!!!
A true musician. He was a powerhouse, and a huge inspiration for me and all double bass drummers alike. I aspire to be that good one day!
Every Time I Got the Chance to See Louie Bellson Play Live in Chicago He Never Let Me Down in His Showcasing His Gift of Playing His Drum Kit. I Would Get the Chance to Talk to Him In Between His Set's Of Playing People would Always ask Me How Long had I Known Louie and His Wife Francine Bellson. He and Francine were Always Friendly Toward Louie's Fan's. Rest In Peace Louie, You Are Truly Missed My Friend.
Such a class act.
Mr Bellson, forever on my personal Mt Rushmore of favorite drummers.
Gotta ask...who are the other 3?
@@lonewolf5238 Buddy Rich, Billy Cobham, Alex Van Halen.
@@kevinwilkins3248 interesting choices. I'm guessing you're a drummer?
@lonewolf5238 Yes. Well, I dont have as much time to play anymore as I used to, between work, wife, and the kids. But I built a drum room out in my shop that I still try to get out and play whenever I can. First picked up the sticks as a boy because of Alex Van Halen, and the other guys quickly became my other 3 favorites. Also love Danny Carey, Elvin Jones, Stewart Copeland, Terry Bozzio, Art Blakey, Ginger Baker, Keith Moon, John Bonham, Neil Peart, Tony Williams, Gene Krupa...there are so many great players all over the world but these are a bunch of my longtime favorites. But, in the end, my top 4 favorites always remain Alex, Buddy, Billy, and Louie.
@kevinwilkins3248 great selection, a hall of fame lineup. Wow. I'm a lowly guitar player, so my favorites are maybe a bit offbeat. But in addition to Bellson, Rich, and Krupa they are Stewart Copeland, Ringo Starr, Phil Collins, Elvin Jones, Carmine Appice and (of course) Danny Carey.
being a drummer,Im very surprised to have not heard his name before..All I mainly heard about were Gene Krupa & Buddy Rich being the best drummers but man this guy is right up there as well..and to think I stumbled on him by curiosity when I googled who the first double bass drummer was
I knew who LB was but never heard a recording with him. Until i was listening to an ella Fitzgerald song with a really good drum track, simple, but with amazing tone and timing and great musical taste. So i checked out who was the drummer in the recording... Louie!!
He was always a little in the shadow of Buddy Rich, which is a shame because he was a masterful jazz drummer.
Had the pleasure of seeing him so many times I cant count, AMAZING ......
Louie!!!!!❤❤❤
Love you Louie!!!!Saw him in Anaheim, CA with the IJE (International Jazz Educators). What a PHENOM drummer, one of the first to use double bass drums, too.
Like Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa and so many other legendary drummers ! Louie Bellson is always an inspiration and an amazing drummer
The Prophet of the modern Death metal Drumming :D
One of the few from his generation of drummers, to use the big kits.
Most used 4 or 5 piece kits.
I saw Louie at Concert by the Sea in Redondo Beach. What a performer!
Dudes doing blast beats !
Absolutely amazing, my new favorite drummer
Not to mention, so many of the greats are gone; these types of musicians are few and far between in this day and age.
Magical
What a Great Man... I met him right around this time... I cherish that photo with him
Four sticks, amazing solo, Louie Bellson was right up there with the late greats, Mr. Gene Krupa, Mr. Buddy Rich and Mr. Barrett Deems.
Forever In Our Hearts Mr. Louis Bellson (July 6th, 1924 - February 14th, 2009).. Miigwich for your inspiration comrade! R.I.P.
AND HE DID ALL THAT WITHOUT SCREAMING ON THE BUS.
That's funny. :-)
LOL
Hervorragend !
I had several opportunities to hang out with louie. He was always a perfect gentleman.
A beloved and inspirational master musician.
Glad I got to see and meet the man once!
wow...love this guy!
For those drummers who think that either the cross grip or match grip is better, should pay attention Louis. He can do both and he can play match grip with FOUR sticks. A great drummer never leaves out anything that works.
All-time great drummer......with a smokin' hot jazz big band behind him!!
Music like this is life!
I like when I know I'm hearing a great band within one beat.
Note James Brown with Louie Bellson on Soul on Top, very underrated album.
👍👍👍👍👍👌 The guy who made me want to play double kicks. 😎 Abide
Max's personal hero! Wow! You can really see it. Louie is Top 3 of all time.
Thanks for the upload! I've seen this so many different ways...The Duke Ellington recording is amazing!
None other than Duke Ellington declared that Louie Bellson was the GREATEST JAZZ MUSICIAN IN THE WORLD, meaning he was not only an unbelievably talented trap drummer, but also a virtuoso percussionist who played xylophone, vibes, orchestral timpani, and every other percussive instrument. A skilled pianist, Louie composed *hundreds* of songs and arranged countless more. Louie was indeed a consummate musician. (He was also greatly admired by Buddy Rich. )
Great great great LOUIE The legend!!!!!!!!
3:25...The original "4 sticks".
Fantastic!!!
At age 70, a perfect performance. He came to the Sparks Nugget as Pearl Bailey's drummer. I had no idea...
SUPER
Double bass drums ... the guy was a legend! Awesome video!
Amazing 👏
Master!!
What a rare talent!
God bless him thank you🙏!
Awesome!! Love his kit
57 years ago Louis Bellson was my favorite drummer, 2018 I am almost 70 years old Louis Belson is still my favorite drummer of all time. Simply put he is a complete musician and phenomenal drummer.One of a kind!
I wish this dude lived long enough to meet El Estapario Siberiano
Incredible. What more can you say?👏
Just class.. Louie..R.i.P
Louie, Buddy, and Neil, ........1,2,3 ever . In any order you want. Does not matter does it.
Phenomenal!!!😎
Awesome!!
This is awesome. Got a guy in our area that teaches Louies style .
The last of the true innovators
Oh my God what a talent he was! And playing with two sticks in each hand? Heck I have enough trouble keeping control of one stick in each hand let alone two! Louie could hold his own with all the greats in drumming with the plus by all accounts he was a nice guy too.
This is fantastic. Thanks. BB
Glad you like it!
@@whatsforafters7843 Of course!
Incredibly Fantastic!!!
One of the all time masters! Just makes you want to go out and get that 2nd kick!
Love Bellson!
Incredible solo!
Amazing control
Respect !
we metal drummer owned to this legend...
I would say that the people who control todays late night shows book who they think are great musicians? Talent like Louie Bellson and the late Buddy Rich and Maynard Ferguson and a host of others are gone. Their memories are with us and will remain with us. Unfortunately today you see a lot of entertainers that are flash in the pan acts. They are hot for a while and then they fade out. Talent like Louie Bellson and Max Roach and Joe Morello will SUSTAIN and last forever and ever. Unfortunately its not worth staying up late to see any one that really is a stand out in entertainment.
frantic and manic sounding
Awesome I tried that 4 sticks thing once or twice and ended up with big blisters on both hands. LOL
His drumming was like Eric Clapton’s guitar and Al Jarreau’s voice. Just unbelievably smooth
Threy all are good!!and then comes the best:l.bellson!!
Right there with BR
This is Gold! Wolverine on drums!
Louie FUCKIN' Belson!!!!!!
Pioneer of the double bass drums... teacher of my friend Duke Assunto.
That's what I'm talking about !!! Old school working the snare get beet up Dennis Stone drumming
WHY IS NOONE GIVING PROPS TO THE BAND ASWELL ;((((
Smoooothhhhh....
YES