JOE VITALE // TALKING DRUMS WITH AN ICON By Alexander MacDougall
Notes: In recognition of International Drum Month( May), it seems fitting to hear from a musician who is legendary in commercial music history. Rock and Roll’ s Joe Vitale has played drums for Joe Walsh, The Eagles, Phil Keaggy, Buffalo Springfield, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Bill Wyman, and countless other significant artists. He co-wrote( with Joe Walsh) the classic rock song,“ Rocky Mountain Way”, as well as other memorable compositions. He is endorsed by both DW Drums and Sabian Cymbals, is a solo recording artist, author, singer, keyboardist, songwriter, and drummer extraordinaire. He is also a man of faith.
[ Alex ] It is so great to meet you today, Joe. Thanks for this time!
[ Joe Vitale ] And it’ s great to meet you too! How are you, Alex?
[ WM ] I’ ll pull through. How about you?
[ Joe ] I’ m good. I’ m good- hanging in there!
[ WM ] Well, listen, before I forget, I bring you greetings from Phil Keaggy!
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