Tom Ardolino, drummer for cult favourite NRBQ, passed away on January 6 at the age of 56. NRBQ is actually short for New Rhythm and Blues Quartet. He joined the band in 1974 and played with them until they took a sabbatical in 2004, and when they had a reunion performance. His style of drumming was perfect for the band. The band is a new discovery for me and I am having a hoot going through their material online. To celebrate Tommy’s life, I have added several videos for us to enjoy.
Too Much
Its’ A Wild Weekend
I Got A Rocket In My Pocket
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My favorite NRBQ song is Magnet from the album Scraps. Here’s the only video I could find on YouTube:
That is a great tune.
They were a great band. They still are.
They slipped under my radar somehow. iTunes is getting rich(er) off me right now.
“I got a rocket in my pocket” is also missing.
Good song, I’ll find annother