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| Biography: Chico Hamilton, a subtle and creative drummer, will probably always be better known for the series of quintets that he led during 1955-1965 and for his ability as a talent scout than for his fine drumming. Hamilton first played drums while in high school with the many fine young players (including Dexter ...Read full biography |
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Released: 1992 Label: Soul Note Critics' Rating:  My Panamian Friend is Hamilton's finest outing in several years. Part of the reason may be its purpose, paying tribute to the great Eric Dolphy. Another plus is that seven of the nine songs are Dolphy ...Read full reviewReleased: 1990 Label: Soul Note Critics' Rating:  Throughout his career, drummer Chico Hamilton has had an impressive track record as a talent scout. During 1988-92, he recorded four CDs with the up and coming altoist Eric Person, an inventive post-bop ...Read full review
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