Many years ago Jon Hiseman used to get some criticism for being too technical & having 'no feel'. I always thought it was total nonsense - especially after seeing him play live dozens of times with jazz outfits. I think it was a reaction to the fact that he had so much technique - he was about 30 years ahead of his time. Today many drummers have amazing dexterity, co-ordination & speed, it is expected. JH was doing all this back in the 1960s & I think it frightened the heck out of some people!
I saw him with Colosseum I in 1970, and was very very impressed. I loved Baker and Mitchell, but Hiseman was cleaner than either, with just as much feel. His solos were so complex, but looked so effortless. That he can still do this at 66 is amazing. One of the best drummers around--period.
jh often dissed his own drumming & praised that of others. I think because he only does what's easy for him - as he did lots of practise a long time ago! after his return from hospital, where he nearly died & had a serious kidney operation, during his big storming solo, I turned to barbara in the wings and expressed concern. She said there was not problem, he wasn't really exerting himself. I was amazed - if you ever watch him build to his climax he looks anything but relaxed! :-)
@peterlemer I happened to notice that all great men are very humble. Hiseman is among them. They're never totally satisfied with what they've done and always want to improve. Maybe this is the spirit that leads to important, innovative and beautiful things. Also they find in others a constant source of inspiration, particularly praising those aspects of which they think they could be a little lacking. A clear sign of mature intelligence. Mr. Lemer, you're a wonderful musician. Like Mr. Hiseman
Hiseman once said to me "I'm not interested in drums...." and a bit more besides. Does this sound like a man not interested?? Mr.H you're an incredible drummer. That's all.
i like his or your floor tom at the right of the snare!!:)
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Many years ago Jon Hiseman used to get some criticism for being too technical & having 'no feel'. I always thought it was total nonsense - especially after seeing him play live dozens of times with jazz outfits. I think it was a reaction to the fact that he had so much technique - he was about 30 years ahead of his time. Today many drummers have amazing dexterity, co-ordination & speed, it is expected. JH was doing all this back in the 1960s & I think it frightened the heck out of some people!
SAHBfan 3 months ago 3
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Very well put.
plumage12 2 months ago
@SAHBfan yes, I think just the opposite- he has both a great feel and an amazing tecnique. One of my def favourites.
drumsanddrumming 1 month ago
I saw him with Colosseum I in 1970, and was very very impressed. I loved Baker and Mitchell, but Hiseman was cleaner than either, with just as much feel. His solos were so complex, but looked so effortless. That he can still do this at 66 is amazing. One of the best drummers around--period.
hooptyhee1 4 months ago 2
I reckon he has a very unique style and tone. He's yet to be fully appreciated. One of Britains treasures...
jarrahdrum 5 months ago
A fanstatic musician who I once had the pleasure of taking a drum lesson from with another great drummer, John Savage.........simply the best!!
kevpburton01 6 months ago
Now this is how a drummer with great feel plays..............The MAN..
zepgen8 7 months ago
thanks marc, at least he's still out there, sweating! :-)
peterlemer 7 months ago
jh often dissed his own drumming & praised that of others. I think because he only does what's easy for him - as he did lots of practise a long time ago! after his return from hospital, where he nearly died & had a serious kidney operation, during his big storming solo, I turned to barbara in the wings and expressed concern. She said there was not problem, he wasn't really exerting himself. I was amazed - if you ever watch him build to his climax he looks anything but relaxed! :-)
peterlemer 8 months ago
@peterlemer I happened to notice that all great men are very humble. Hiseman is among them. They're never totally satisfied with what they've done and always want to improve. Maybe this is the spirit that leads to important, innovative and beautiful things. Also they find in others a constant source of inspiration, particularly praising those aspects of which they think they could be a little lacking. A clear sign of mature intelligence. Mr. Lemer, you're a wonderful musician. Like Mr. Hiseman
marcbrmb 7 months ago
He has the floating style. He's the best.
Sandan003 8 months ago
I love his snare!!
Myke21 8 months ago
wonderful
agostinside 8 months ago
With the Colosseum t-shirt....awesome.
hinbieger 11 months ago
Hiseman once said to me "I'm not interested in drums...." and a bit more besides. Does this sound like a man not interested?? Mr.H you're an incredible drummer. That's all.
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JackPreacher 1 year ago