Buddy Rich
Born:
09/30/1917
City:
Brooklyn
Region:
NY
Country:
USA
Died:
04/02/1987
Cause of Death:
Heart Failure
Years Active:
1919-1987
Genre:
Big Band, Bop, Swing
Instruments:
Drums
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Bernard "Buddy" Rich was an American jazz drummer and bandleader. Rich was billed as "the world's greatest drummer" and was known for his virtuosic technique, power, groove and speed.
