Dave Brubeck Quartet - Blues For Joe

A live performance from Juan-Les-Pins, Antibes, France, July 23, 1967 featuring an unbelievable drum solo by Joe Morello. The CD of the concert is available as "Dave Brubeck Quartet - Live at Juan Les Pins 1967 " although this track is not included because it was from the next day's performance.

[jasonbannan]

My drummer Dad loved Joe Morello, so I grew up on the Brubeck Quartet and Joe's incredible solos. Sticks, brushes, hands, he did it all. His fills are amazing and what he does with a simple kit is incredible. The best.

[timothyray]

Joe Morello, as much as he is respected, is probably one of the most underappreciated drummers of all time. He has every bit of the chops as Buddy Rich, and arguably more, but in my opinion, Morello is a tastier and more interesting player. The guy was a genius. Pure genius.

One final thought... listen to some John Bonham solos with Led Zeppelin where Bonzo put down his sticks and played with his hands. Bonham was greatly influenced by Morello and Louie Bellson. If you listen to some early 1960's Bellson solos, especially with his double bass set up, you can hear licks that Bonham took inspiration from.

[garymoore]

I am so glad that someone had the foresight to record this music. In 1961 I was a wet nose kid that didn't know s..t from shinola. I get to listen and watch these jazz greats and it takes my breath away. What giants they were!

[ohedasan]

There's one thing all drummers and I mean "all" wish they could master, it's to use the left hand fingered technique, which Joe had flawlessly mastered. He was playing tripples with his left hand while keeping the tempo without losing a beat during the song. Those are the reasons why Joe is simply one of the most sophisticated drummers of all times. Morello is an inspiration for many more to come

[robertbruno]

All due respect to the folks who gave a thumbs down, you have absolutely no clue!

[mikegraziano]

I love how he keeps steady time with the high hat while speeding up & slowing down the tempo on the snare & bass at the same time!

[rbstevenumber]

Joe Morello, just brilliant. Was bought up listening to modern jazz as a young boy in the 50s. I was always into good drummers, but Joe Morello was always my favourite. Like they said. A drummer other drummers listened to. Blues for Joe shows he's brilliant technic and speed.

[uglugl]

Joe undoubtedly deserves at least the same honor as Buddy Rich! Deep respects!

[jimvild]

Forgot what a great technician he
was.Met him back in '64. A truly fine & humble gentleman. & we
miss him.

[ricktemple]

all on a four piece drum kit . I sit in awe

[zionisimkills]

people have no idea what these four men are going through, France in July is hot and humid, Dave, Joe, Paul, Eugene are literally sweating there ass's OFF. What a Performance.

[troydante]

I'm not fond of drum solos ... but Joe Morello I can watch all night ...

[alixgibson]

Joe does more drumming with one arm than most do with two and everything he does is effortless! Awesome!

[StoicLoneWolf]

Joe Morello was ridiculous! This was probably my favorite solo by him and he was underappreciated during his time. He had chops out of this world and kept his kit simple. Big Band era. I really don't like to compare but he's up there with Rich, Krupa, Shaughnessy, etc.

[gregzermeno]

This is the best drumming of Joe Morello I've ever seen. What a rare treat to have this video to see and hear! Thank you for posting it.

[clementromano]

i saw him at the cape cod melody tent with brubeck in the late 60's and he did an unforgettable drum solo. he's the best ever !!

[giuseppes.]

i don' t konw why i have forgot morello since now... when I was a child I asked to my father, who was a saxophonist and a very jazz lover, "who is this drummer? I like this stuff! " And he told me " He is joe Morello, for me is the best of all..." . After I grown up and I appreciated people from every kind of music like Bonham, Rich, Gadd, Beauford, Portnoy... and now that I listen again Mr Morello I can say " Yes my old man...you' re right"

[folkman]

Now that's a drummer! Joe Morello.

[DavidThomas-ltpj]

wow! No other drummer comes within a million mile range of the late great Joe Morello for talent, skill and expertise. Just jaw droping to watch this. stunning!

[doneisen]

Having never seen this performance, I'd say Joe Morello could have won a battle of the drums against Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Gonzo of Sesame Street AND John Bonham of Led Zeppelin, plus anyone else you can throw out there! There are rock drummers revered for their double/triple bass riffs, but I just heard a non-stop bass riff! One word can sum it up...WOW!!