Well I guess I like variety pretty much, but I do enjoy this work very much. Particularly with Buddy on the gig, we get a chance to knock each other out It'just wonderful.

The drummer who probably had the greatest influence on Gene in this period was Baby Dodds whose use of press rolls was highly reflected in Gene's playing. Legacy

In the 1930s Krupa prominently featured Slingerland drums. "Some Like It Hot" has been recorded by Charlie Barnet Red Norvo Nat King Cole and Judy Ellington.

Eugene Bertram "Gene" Krupa (January 15 1909 – October 16 1973) was an American jazz and big band drummer and composer known for his highly energetic and flamboyant style.