December
25th 2009
Posted under Drummers & Podcast
Drummer and percussionist James Shipp is making music without borders. With his band Nos Novo, Shipp has just released Strange Sweethearts In America (Shippwrite Music, 2009), a fascinating and fun mix of traditional Irish melodies and rhythms with Brazilian music and collective improvisation. In this interview, Shipp talks about the genesis of the band; provides a guide to the varying ingredients on the album; and talks about what makes each of these styles so special to him. Learn more at www.jamesshipp.com.
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Michael Anderson on 29 Dec 2009 at 10:40 am #
Some very nice music … and loved the ‘tough parent moment’ with Bernard at the beginning … esp. in light of your Christmas Facebook mentions :D
Jason Crane on 29 Dec 2009 at 12:02 pm #
I debated leaving that moment in the show. Ultimately, it seemed funny enough to keep it.
Michael Anderson on 29 Dec 2009 at 12:30 pm #
And it isn’t like you sound harsh – you just transition quickly from ‘jazz interviewer dud’ to ’stern daddy voice’ instantly :)