[JMT]

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There is much speculation on his condition, even unconfirmed reports of his passing. I choose to believe that these reports are not true and that he is on the road to recovery. One of the greats!

 

[archosman]

Wow. Sorry to hear that. Indeed one of the best.

I was doing some YouTube searches on Buddy Rich and ran across this yesterday.


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[JMT]

I guess many of the younger members here are not familiar with the great Mr. Hubbard.

 

[tyrion]

Sorry to hear this. Jp and I saw him at Yoshi's. Unfortunately, he could barely play. Fortunately, he had a great band, including Bobby Hutcherson. He did tell some funny stories. Despite the inability to blow the horn, I am still glad I got to see him.

 

[JMT]

Here's an article from 1995 that may help explain why you heard what you heard:

Freddie Hubbard - When your chops are shot

 

[JMT]

Freddie passed away yesterday morning. Another great one is gone....RIP.

Jazz great Freddie Hubbard dead at 70 - Music- msnbc.com

 

[musicmind]

Sad news to lose another of the old masters, RIP.

 

[panda]

here's to one of the greatest albums:

 

[Voltron]

Rest in Peace, Freddie. Sorry I wasn't with tyrion and JP when they saw you even though they called you "Old Mother Hubbard" after the show.