Mickey Roker interviewed by Michael Woods, Majesty of the Seas, May 31, 1995 [transcript]

Table of Contents: Biography -- Early musical influences/First gigs -- Joe Williams/"The blues have many faces." -- Playing with Dizzy -- Defines how to play 8th notes/Experiential learning -- Learning under pressure/Importance of jam sessions -- Soloing on percussion instruments -- Learning to read/Work with Nancy Wilson -- Story about cutting contest with Dizzy -- Imitation to innovation/"Music comes from the people" -- Playing with dedication/Informed audiences -- Definition of "groove" -- Evolution of black music -- Recording and mistakes/"All music is beautiful to me" -- Advice to young musicians : "Stay clean".