The Gene Krupa Story The Gene Krupa Story The Gene Krupa Story (also known as Drum Crazy) is a 1959 biopic of American drummer and bandleader Gene Krupa. The conflict in the film centers on Krupa's rise to success and his corresponding use of marijuana. The young Gene Krupa (Sal Mineo) brings home a set of drums and puts them in the family room. His mother and three of his brothers stand by as his father makes it clear, as he has many times before, that he abhors the idea of Gene playing jazz drums. He says, "I have been too easy on my
The Joe Chithalen Memorial Musical Instrument Lending Library Eastern Ontario. Joe’s M.I.L.L. is a registered charity that was founded in 2001 by close friends and family of the late Joe Chithalen. It is funded by grants, donations and numerous community-based fund raising events. The Joe Chithalen Memorial Musical Instrument Lending Library The Joe Chithalen Memorial Musical Instrument Lending Library (Joe’s M.I.L.L.) is a library of musical instruments that any aspiring musician can borrow for their use – usually for a 4-week period. There is no charge for the loans. It is located in Kingston, Ontario, Canada. The collection contains over 800 items that vary in type including guitars,