fotografr Posted February 19, 2017 Share #1 Posted February 19, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Clyde Stubblefield, my longtime friend and one hell of a drummer, died today. He toured and recorded with James Brown in the 1960s and early 70s before settling here in Madison where he played with his own band and many others for decades. He was considered by many to be one of the ten best drummers ever and was sampled more than 1000 times for other recordings. The photo here was taken on a whim on my front porch in the mid-80s. He was one of the nicest people I've ever known. http://www.rollingstone.com/music/news/clyde-stubblefield-james-browns-funky-drummer-dead-at-73-w467805 Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/269563-goodbye-funky-drummer/?do=findComment&comment=3216292'>More sharing options...
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mikemgb Posted February 19, 2017 Share #2 Posted February 19, 2017 A great loss, very sorry to hear this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert blu Posted February 19, 2017 Share #3 Posted February 19, 2017 Always sad when a friend leave us...RIP Clyde robert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Hiles Posted February 19, 2017 Share #4 Posted February 19, 2017 I am sorry to hear of your loss. Excellent picture of him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted February 19, 2017 Author Share #5 Posted February 19, 2017 Mike, Robert and Michael, thanks much. There was a page one obit story in our local paper this morning and in it Clyde's wife is quoted saying, "people always say he was one of the nicest people they ever met." Clearly I was not alone in thinking that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stuny Posted February 19, 2017 Share #6 Posted February 19, 2017 Terrific. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilentShutter Posted February 19, 2017 Share #7 Posted February 19, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Great Portrait - I love it ! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaticB Posted February 20, 2017 Share #8 Posted February 20, 2017 Portret is terrific! Somehow 3D… and very emotional… Matic Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bateleur Posted February 21, 2017 Share #9 Posted February 21, 2017 Great portrait and a wonderful tribute, Treasure the memories of your friend. Best Wishes Charles Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayD28 Posted February 24, 2017 Share #10 Posted February 24, 2017 Great portrait. Have not heard of Clyde but Bootsy Collins (Parliament/Funkedelics) played bass for James Brown and told many stories about Brown. I still listen to some Funk music and my wife just shakes her head and walks out of the room. Thanks for posting fotografr. BTW, wiki has a nice section on Clyde. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clyde_Stubblefield Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
sblitz Posted February 26, 2017 Share #11 Posted February 26, 2017 Terrific shot! RIP, seems we've reached the age when so many of the entertainers we grew up with are passing on ,,,,, Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
XVarior Posted March 6, 2017 Share #12 Posted March 6, 2017 So sorry to hear that. Great Portrait that have very well immortalize him. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted March 7, 2017 Author Share #13 Posted March 7, 2017 Thanks everyone for the kind comments. Clyde was a one of a kind. Even those of us who knew him well have been surprised at the number of obituary stories appearing in major newspapers and music publications around the world. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert_parker Posted March 8, 2017 Share #14 Posted March 8, 2017 A lovely portrait and you've brought out the character of your friend beautifully. I'm so sorry for your loss. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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