Ginger was great!!! Glad we got a chance to see him....
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GINGER BAKER IN CONCERT:
Known as "rock's first superstar drummer" for his work in the '60s and '70s with Cream, Ginger Baker stands as one of the most innovative percussionists of the 20th century. Combining African rhythms, jazz drumming, and an idiosyncratic kit setup, Baker's exhilarating playing has inspired a generation of drummers, elevating the instrument to a position of heightened importance in concert settings. As beloved for his colorful showmanship as he is for his virtuosic technique, Baker will let it all hang out on tour in 2014 in honor of his 75th birthday.
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Born in South London, Baker gained notoriety drumming for the Graham Bond Organisation in the '60s before rising to international stardom later in the decade with Cream. After the group disbanded in 1968, Baker spent seven years living in Nigeria, collaborating with afrobeat legend Fela Kuti and recording and performing rock music as Baker Gurvitz Army. Over his long and storied career, he has recorded and performed with a staggering array of acts, including Blind Faith, Masters of Reality, and Public Image Ltd. In honor of his 75th birthday, Baker released A Drummers Tale in 2014, a career-spanning look back at his recording career that will be accompanied by several highly anticipated live appearances.
Rating: 5 out of 5by bmckeen on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - Boston Rating: 5 out of 5 Ginger still has the attitude
by KenWL on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - BostonBaker has got the chops! He's slowed down but the skill is there. And he's still pissed off about life. Whatever you do don't shout at him during set. Great from lesson. Band was incredibly tight. Seats were excellent but small.
Rating: 4 out of 5by Anonymous on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - Boston Probably Ginger's last tour..he's in frail condition but doesn't give a damn. He's playing right up until the last beat. Despite his poor health, his musical genius comes through and he sounded wonderful. Played for around an hour to 1-1/2 hours with a great band arrangement. Ginger spoke to the crowd with his sinical dry humor here and there and had the audience cracking up. The Wilbur theatre was a great home for his music. Honorable experience to be part of a living legends last rounds of drumming.
Rating: 3 out of 5by Anonymous on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - Boston Ginger Baker was too sick to play. he was out of breath and needed breaks and the performance was short. He played very well and it was great to see the legend, but did not play long.
Rating: 5 out of 5 Mr Baker is still a Master of Drumming
by YRPS on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - BostonAt what ?? 75 years old - or so , it was a pleasure to see Ginger still has the touch . Between bathroom breaks , and strained song introductions ...everyone was treated to a lesson on how things should be done .....From perfect time keeping on his High Hat , to a blizzard of runs and rolls that sailed up and down the kit with ease .....all keeping the band glued together with rhythmic anchors ....I'm sure the band was of equal caliber , but I didn't recognize any of their names , but they all seemed up to the task of following each other's leads ....Great Stuff !! .... And 2 - hour long - plus sets with one break and one ovation was impressive ....ending with his new song ... Why? ........... Why Indeed !!! Now if he's still playing Polo , I would check that out ......
Rating: 5 out of 5 Ginger Baker
by Candieo on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - BostonImpressive group of talented musicians. not the Ginger Baker you make expect...better! Makes you want to seek out more Jazz.
Rating: 1 out of 5 Ginger Baker
by redfinger on 7/2/14Wilbur Theatre - BostonWorst show I ever saw after Baker was on our bucket list. We walked out after 30 min. Hate that type of jazz.