DRUM Magazine will convene a bunch of percussionists August 13 at the San Jose Repertory Theatre in the Bay Area to beat up a storm on behalf of fellow drummer Richie Hayward.  The Little Feat drummer has been on an extended medical leave from the band due to liver cancer. (story)  The event, which aims to be one of the biggest gatherings of drummers ever staged in California, will feature clinics and performances from a number of great stick men, including David Garibaldi from Tower Of Power.  Several drum manufacturers are donating kits and gear to be raffled off during the event.  The DRUM Magazine Rhythm Night launches the 21st annual San Jose Jazz Festival, an event that attracts upwards of 100,000 fans during a three day and night run spread across dozens of stages set-up in the Silicon Valley city south of San Francisco.
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