Omar Hakim - Constructive Criticism

Omar Hakim, one of the finest, elegant and best drummer ever of our time.

Alongside his solo work, Omar is known for recording, touring and/or performing live with artists such as Miles Davis, David Sanborn, Joe Sample, Ramsey Lewis, Grover Washington Jr., Herbie Hancock, Marcus Miller, Weather Report, Mike Manieri, David Bowie, Lionel Ritchie, Chic, Madonna, and Sting to name a few.

Constructive Criticism, written by Omar Hakim, is one of the highlights of his widely acclaimed album, Rhythm Deep.

Omar Hakim (Drums and Percussion), Michael Bearden (Keyboards), and Victor Bailey (Bass)

Here are some links to Omar's live performance video you might want to check out on YouTube:
"Cantaloupe Island"
Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock, Stanley Clarke, and Omar Hakim
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JixfzsQWZ8c&feature=channel_video_title

"Shinjuku Strut"
Omar Hakim, Michael Bearden, Victor Bailey, John Adams, and Jimi Tunnell
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c1Ef783GPOU&feature=channel_video_title

Omar Hakim official website:
http://www.omarhakim.com

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[dal4018]

@DARKJURNEY Sit back and enjoy this modern day version of the Immortal Max Roach

[DARKJURNEY]

How is it that i have only just found out about this guy now in 2011 ?? , epic sound

[VintageGuy1]

This is such an awesome album and Omar is truly an outstanding musician, period!

[UnchainedGrace]

I first found out about Omar when he Played with Stanley Clarke, Herbie and Wayne Shorter doing Canteloupe Island. Serious. Solid and unreal timing!

[dal4018]

@KONAMAN100 There better NOT BE ONE SINGLE DISLIKE FOR THIS CLASSIC

[KONAMAN100]

very Beverley Hills Cop ...

[ajjr5779]

This was one of my favorites from back in the day. I still have the cassett album.Omar Hakim is an outstanding percussionist.

[dal4018]

Thanks Angelo jazz this is a personal favorite of mine

[ICR68]

Oh man, I loved this song when I was younger and have looked everywhere to hear it again.

[huhhuwaaa]

I remember hearing this tune on the radio in 8th grade...Good post!!