When it comes to impeccable groove and feel, few drummers come close to James Gadson. Throughout his career, Gadson’s beats created the bedrock for an incredible list of funk, soul and blues artists including Bill Withers, The Temptations, BB King, Marvin Gaye and many, many others.
As well as his relentless single-handed sixteenth notes, matched by a delicate touch that make his time-keeping glide and bounce, Gadson’s snare drum sounds enhanced the identity of hundreds of hits. But, they also went on to attract the attention of countless hip-hop producers, who sampled his infectious grooves.
