David Garibaldi has became one of the most influential drummers of his generation and became known as an innovator in funk drumming. As a writer and performer David has worked with such artists as Patti Austin, Natalie Cole, Mickey Hart’s Planet Drum, Boz Scaggs, The BBC Orchestra, Gino Vannelli, Talking Drums, The Buddy Rich Orchestra, Ray Obiedo, Wishful Thinking, and many others. David is once again performing and recording with the Tower of Power.
David was Modern Drummer Magazine – readers Poll Winner “R&B/Funk” category six times. Five consecutive years from 1980-1985, and again in 2003. His name now permanently resides in that polls honor roll category for his lasting contributions to the percussive arts.
David’s first book, “Future Sounds”, was rated one of the 10 greatest drum books by Modern Drummer Magazine (August 1993)
In this episode, David talks about:
- The importance of good overall health
- The early days of recording with Tower of Power
- Creating art and being yourself
- Adjusting his approach over time
- Getting hit by a train and the recovery
- His latest book: DG’s Notebook
