Sunday, July 18, 2010

One of pop music's legends was in Springfield, Illinois today.

Bun E. Carlos, drummer for the rock pop band Cheap Trick, drove from his home in Rockford, Illinois, to the Eagles Club to demonstrate his signature drum licks, talk about his musical influences, and share lots of interesting stories from the world of rock and roll.

Carlos, whose real name is Brad Carlson, spent nearly two hours talking and playing his signature Ludwig drum kit. In his 30 plus years in music, he's played with lots of great musicians, from John Lennon to Chuck Berry. Following his presentation, he updated fans on his future plans (recording a new Cheap Trick disk) and then took questions. He concluded the afternoon by signing autographs and taking photos with fans.

Wednesday, July 07, 2010

Now this is a guy you have to admire! He's done this before, but never publicized.