I had the pleasure of meeting him a few times back in the 90's. His drummer, Bermuda Shwartz, and I, were both endorsed by the same drumstick company and our paths crossed during the various music conventions we would both attend. Usually, Al wasn't usually very talkative and, in fact, I remember one particular day, where he came to the booth we were at and went and sat in the corner, on the floor by himself, for about an hour. I think he just needed a little break from his adoring fans. Still, he was always polite and friendly when we met. His drummer was far more outgoing, however.
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