FabGuys.com forum: Best drummer?

By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

Seeing as we're on a music kick.

For me, Levon Helm from The Band. Not only an awesomely vibesome drummer but a great singer at the same time.

John Bonham, very few could swing as hard and hit as hard at the same time.

Jeff Porcaro (Toto).

Richie Hayward (Little Feat)

And finally Michael Shrieve (the amazing drummer with Santana at Woodstock 69; his playing on Soul Sacrifice is just incredible)

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By *arridMan
2 weeks ago

brighton

Keith Moon from The Who

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By *hagmenowplsMan
2 weeks ago

Hereford

Rodger Taylor ( Queen )

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By *uvolderMan
2 weeks ago

chester

EASY - Clyde Stubblefield aka the funky drummer with the JB´s

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By *hropmMan
2 weeks ago

shrewsbury

Neil Peart from rush sadly no longer with us wow what a drummer

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By *issy SamanthaTV/TS
2 weeks ago

swindon

There are many drummers that lit up one’s eyes, but I bet they would all say Buddy Rich was the best.

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"EASY - Clyde Stubblefield aka the funky drummer with the JB´s"

Possibly the most sampled and copied drummer of all time? Stone Roses would have been shite without Mani copying him (and to be honest were still a bit shite even with it but less shite than they'd otherwise have been

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By *acingfanMan
2 weeks ago

Huddersfield

Bernard Matthew's Chicken Drummer.

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By *iscreetlyBI93Man
2 weeks ago

newcastle upon tyne

ii From sleep token

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

Also a name not many outside the music fraternity would know, but Bernard Purdey (one of the few to have a style named after him, the Purdey Shuffle). Groove personified.

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By *omadMan
2 weeks ago

havant

I got a few.

Joey Jordison : Slipknot (one of the original founder members)

Lars Ulrich : Metallica

John Dolmayan : System of a down

Elay Casagrande : Slipknot (replaced Joey Jordon who sadly passed away aged 46.

All pretty amazing for there genre x

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By *eather_uktvTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Manchester

Sandy Nelson. (Let there be drums)

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By *arlooMan
2 weeks ago

Oxford in town

Lars Ulrich and Matt Sorum. All stars

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"Sandy Nelson. (Let there be drums)"

Ah the good old 60s! The Hank Marvin of the skins.

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By *rum39Man
2 weeks ago

Birmingham

You don’t have to ask it’s the one and only John bonzo bonham

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By *issy SamanthaTV/TS
2 weeks ago

swindon

Yes Bernard Purdue was part of the inspiration for Toto’s hit Rosanna, he took ideas from Purdue and Bonham to get that rhythm. Pocaro featured on drums on some 140 different recording sessions over time and big named artists as well. Died to young.

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By *rum39Man
2 weeks ago

Birmingham

Though ginger baker and Mitch Mitchell were sadly overlooked

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"EASY - Clyde Stubblefield aka the funky drummer with the JB´s

Fuck, I knew I'd get Mani and Reni the wrong way round! Reni! Reni was the drummer!

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By *eather_uktvTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Manchester

Does anyone remember Honey ? the female drummer from Honey and the Honeycombs (Have I The Right)

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By *iassloverMan
2 weeks ago

Rugby

John Bonham

Nicko McBrain

Charlie Watts

Ginger Baker

Keith Moon

Joey Jordison

Mikkey Dee

So many great drummers out there.

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By *ospitallerMan
2 weeks ago

Manchester

Too many really but here's a few

Buddy Rich

Gene Krupa

Cozy Cole

Rufus Jones

Cozy Powell

Bill Ward

Bill Purdey

Ian Paice

John Coglan

Neil Peart

Sam Woodyard

I could go on and on.

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By *ig3Man
2 weeks ago

Maldon

Phil Collins

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By *arica4Man
2 weeks ago

ABERDEEN

Alan White and Bill Bruford of Yes

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By *enperryMan
2 weeks ago

Wolverhampton

The GOAT in my opinion....Neil Peart. A genius.

Watch the drum solo from Munich. Huge drum kit and every piece on the kit was hit at least once

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By *i_guy_WBayMan
2 weeks ago

Whitley Bay

Nico McBrain and Phil Collins

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By *issy SamanthaTV/TS
2 weeks ago

swindon

To be honest there are so many one could mention it would be ridiculous to try and separate them. Some with huge kits and others with just snare, two toms and bass drum and cymbals. Hard to say who would be best.

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"Phil Collins "

Phil Collins's pop career was a shocking waste of Britain's Jeff Porcaro. He is (was now probably) a fantastic drummer. Crap singer but I guess singing popular shite badly makes you a lot more money than drumming brilliantly.

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"To be honest there are so many one could mention it would be ridiculous to try and separate them. Some with huge kits and others with just snare, two toms and bass drum and cymbals. Hard to say who would be best. "

I know lots of folks have mentioned the likes of Neil Peart and his everything including the kitchen sink kit, but give me Levon or Charlie Watts any day, somebody who can do it with a 4-piece kit.

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By *arlislebbladMan
2 weeks ago

carlisle

You have all forgotten about the absolute legend, the greatest drummer ever

Animal 🤘

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By *tar33Man
2 weeks ago

North London (outer)

"Keith Moon from The Who"

A very basic drummer who overplayed. Notorious more for his d*unken antics.

Steve Gadd, Bernard Purdie and Mick Tucker of The Sweet get my vote.

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By *tar33Man
2 weeks ago

North London (outer)

I know lots of folks have mentioned the likes of Neil Peart and his everything including the kitchen sink kit, but give me Levon or Charlie Watts any day, somebody who can do it with a 4-piece kit."

I'm a drummer and you sound like one too. I agree on kit size, and also that less is more. Simon Kirke from Free left a lot of space in his music and together with Andy Fraser formed a great rhythm section.

Ziggy Modeliste of The Meters (Cissy Strut) is another one who really plays in the pocket, as is James Gadsen, Bill Withers' drummer.

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By *imartyMan
2 weeks ago

Exeter

Mitch Mitchell not getting enough mentions!

By, what about that amazing Michael Shrieve performance at Woodstock!

Ringo Starr is pretty amazing too.

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By *dstefi OP TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Solihull

"I'm a drummer and you sound like one too. I agree on kit size, and also that less is more. Simon Kirke from Free left a lot of space in his music and together with Andy Fraser formed a great rhythm section.

Ziggy Modeliste of The Meters (Cissy Strut) is another one who really plays in the pocket, as is James Gadsen, Bill Withers' drummer."

I'm actually a guitarist but rhythm rather than lead and appreciate a truly swinging drummer. Zig is another cruelly underrated player. Thanks for the reminder

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By *acingfanMan
2 weeks ago

Huddersfield

"Does anyone remember Honey ? the female drummer from Honey and the Honeycombs (Have I The Right)"

Honey Lantree.

The band was named after her occupation as a hairdresser. (Honey combs)

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By *rTee69Man
2 weeks ago

Dave Lombardo, obviously.

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By *ina1000TV/TS
2 weeks ago

geashill

Stewart Copeland

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By *ubberdrawsTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Neath

Honey langtree

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By *ubberdrawsTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Neath

Cozy Powell

Ringo star

Charlie watts

Ginger baker

Phil Collins

John bonham

So many great drummers.

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By *leepflowerMan
2 weeks ago

Leek

Stephen Morris

Jimmy Chamberlain

Joey Jordison

Dr Avalanche

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By *asypeasyMan
2 weeks ago

Newcastle upon Tyne

John Bonham

Neil Peart

Gavin Harrison

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By *evilmademedoitMan
2 weeks ago

Glasgow

I can’t believe no one has said Lars Ulrich.

The obvious ones like Bonham and Peart have had multiple mentions.

I’ll throw Billy Cobham and Hal Blaine into the mix.

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By *eo PublicMan
2 weeks ago

Lincoln

Topper Headon.

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By *haron suckerTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Broxbourne

Only one.

Ringo Starr. His left handed approach gave his style a unique sound.

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By *a123Man
2 weeks ago

anglesey

John bonham. Ginger Baker

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By *ene2000Man
2 weeks ago

brum

Earl Palmer, Keith moon , Charlie whatts

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By *im175Man
2 weeks ago

Long Sutton

Don't really matter as it's just personal choice

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By *ornyoldfellaMan
2 weeks ago

Thornton-Cleveleys

Jet Black .

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By *obbie342Man
2 weeks ago

Staffs

Clem Burk obvs

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By *op KatMan
2 weeks ago

Lochmaben

Def leaperd drummer he only has one arm

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By *griMan
2 weeks ago

Kendal

Ginger Baker. Cream off course

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By *arefeetMan
2 weeks ago

Manchester

Here we go...

So for me

Tony Williams

Billy Cobham

Vinny Colauita

Jack De Jonnette

Elvin Jones

Bill Bruford

Simon Phillips

Stuart Copland

Steve Gadd

Ian Paice

Neil Peart

Buddy Rich

Jeff Porcaro

Lenny White

Jim Gorden

Terry Bozzio

Chester Thompson

Many more to mention...

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By *arefeetMan
2 weeks ago

Manchester

I left out

Cozy Powell

Andy Numark

Tommy Aldridge

Bill Ward

Bonzo

Dave Grohl

Alex Van Halen

Airto

Ringo

Charlie Watts

Alex Acuna

Steve Jordan

Steve Janson

Mel Gaynor

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By *erbalHairyChubMan
2 weeks ago

Hereford

Not one mention of Danny Carey or Louis Cole. Shameful

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By *ortisheadguyMan
2 weeks ago

Portishead

Stewart Copeland.

Phil Collins

Nick Collins

The dude who is drumming for Level 42 at the moment.

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By *andinmypantsMan
2 weeks ago

North East

Joe Morello of the Dave Brubeck Quartet.

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By *ugh40Man
2 weeks ago

Wetherby

Gilson Lavis

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By *addy1Man
2 weeks ago

Kilmarnock

Animal

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By *ichey6Man
2 weeks ago

aberdeen

Animal is indeed the GUV'NOR 👍🤣

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By (user no longer on site)
2 weeks ago

Fergal Lawler

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By *ichey6Man
2 weeks ago

aberdeen

Sean Moore

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By *optobottomrctMan
2 weeks ago

Penygraig

"Though ginger baker and Mitch Mitchell were sadly overlooked "

Not at the time they weren't.

Both Jazz inspired drummers who added musicality to their playing. Unlike Bonham who was just thumper...but suited his band well .

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By *optobottomrctMan
2 weeks ago

Penygraig

"You have all forgotten about the absolute legend, the greatest drummer ever

Animal 🤘"

That was Ronnie Verrell a well-known British big band drummer.

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By *optobottomrctMan
2 weeks ago

Penygraig

"Does anyone remember Honey ? the female drummer from Honey and the Honeycombs (Have I The Right)

Honey Lantree.

The band was named after her occupation as a hairdresser. (Honey combs)"

She played Carlton drums. A brand no longer with us.

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By *TBGMan
2 weeks ago

Brighton

The drummer from System of a Down (also helps he’s hot)

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By *issycumslut10TV/TS
2 weeks ago

Luton

Keith Moon, unconventional and inspiration for a muppet.

Charlie Watts

Topper Headon, Clem Burke, Rick Buckler, Gilson Lavis, all show my leanings.

But definitely NOT Ringo, one of the luckiest men alive. And Yellow Submarine should a warning for all to avoid LSD !

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By *jh59Man
2 weeks ago

Hinckley

Sandy West

Clem Burke

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By *excessMan
2 weeks ago

Sleaford

Chad Smith

Ben Thatcher

Dave Grohl

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By *tar33Man
2 weeks ago

North London (outer)

"Though ginger baker and Mitch Mitchell were sadly overlooked

Not at the time they weren't.

Both Jazz inspired drummers who added musicality to their playing. Unlike Bonham who was just thumper...but suited his band well ."

Bonham a thumper? Listen to the bass drum triplets on track 1 of their first album, Good Times Bad Times, recorded when he was 20. Listen to the tracks on YouTube where they have isolated his drum parts, and pay attention to his hi-hat syncopation. From Wikipedia:

"A mostly self-taught drummer, Bonham was influenced by Max Roach, Gene Krupa and Buddy Rich. While he was primarily known for his hard-rock style during his lifetime, his reputation as a drummer has grown beyond that genre following his death. He has influenced various drummers, including Dave Grohl, Neil Peart, Chad Smith and Dave Lombardo. He was posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1995 as a member of Led Zeppelin. In 2016, Rolling Stone named him the greatest drummer of all time."

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By *orkie21Man
2 weeks ago

york

Roger Taylor from Queen

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By *aggonerMan
2 weeks ago

Malvern

Moondog

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By *ade crossTV/TS
2 weeks ago

chiselhurst

Neil Peart

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By *ubberFunkerMan
2 weeks ago

Thanet & London

Charlie Watts once explained that, the drummer & the bass player should work in harmony. A good drummer knows when not to drum, lightly using a cymbal to compliment a well timed bass strum.

I now notice this when I see good live bands.

My top 6:

Mick Avory - The Kinks

Stewart Copeland - The Police

Clem Burke, Phil Collins, Ringo & Bonham

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By *egular Bottom 4 UMan
2 weeks ago

East kent

Our daughter she travels the world with an Orchestra and plays in sessions at recording studios around the world. Very modest, not like her dad.

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By *eltonsubMan
2 weeks ago

Melton

For me the absolute best was cozy powellwith so many more already named very close behind

Also how about

Don Powell of slade

Bev Devon of elo

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By *enperryMan
2 weeks ago

Wolverhampton

Stevie Wonder is an unbelievable drummer

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By *SBI777Man
2 weeks ago

Harringay

Dave Grohl

Steve Ashem (Deicide)

Igor Cavalera (Sepultura)

Mario Duplantier (Gojira)

Hellhammer (Mayhem)

Joey/Max/Elon (Slipknot)

There's a lot of underground drummers I should mention but I could go on forever.

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By *ihorny22Man
2 weeks ago

Lancs

Clem Burke was great. RIP

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By *anw33Man
2 weeks ago

liverpool

Woody 'the fucking' Woodpecker, who actually cares about a 'best ..

' thread?

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By *agedsubCoolMan
2 weeks ago

amesbury

Carl Palmer - ELP, Asia, Atomic Rooster, Crazy World of Arthur Brown. Best drum solo ever!

Nick Mason - Pink Floyd.

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By *enperryMan
2 weeks ago

Wolverhampton

"Woody 'the fucking' Woodpecker, who actually cares about a 'best ..

' thread?"

Somebody got out the wrong side of the bed today....😆

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By *LE69Man
2 weeks ago

Slough

"There are many drummers that lit up one’s eyes, but I bet they would all say Buddy Rich was the best. "

Buddy is my all time drum hero, different breed.

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By *LE69Man
2 weeks ago

Slough

"EASY - Clyde Stubblefield aka the funky drummer with the JB´s

Do you still play the tubs?

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By *LE69Man
2 weeks ago

Slough

"Does anyone remember Honey ? the female drummer from Honey and the Honeycombs (Have I The Right)"

Yes,I do

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By *LE69Man
2 weeks ago

Slough

Steve Ferrone

Steve White

Mel Gaynor

Robbie McIntosh

Phil Gould

Mark Mondesir

Mark King, started as a drummer. Listen to "there is a dog" from his solo album "influences"

Dennis Chambers

Louie Bellson

Buddy Rich

Vinnie Colaiuta

Jeff Porcaro

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By *arlislebbladMan
2 weeks ago

carlisle

Buckets the drummer. From YouTube. Still trying to figure out who he is.

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By *orny7419Man
2 weeks ago

Gloucester

Animal. From Dr teeth and the mayhem

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By *mazon674Man
2 weeks ago

Derby

Mick Fleetwood

Mike Portnoy

Mike Mangini

Nick Mason

Neil Peart

Taylor Hawkins

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By *way 888Man
2 weeks ago

oldham

"Seeing as we're on a music kick.

For me, Levon Helm from The Band. Not only an awesomely vibesome drummer but a great singer at the same time.

John Bonham, very few could swing as hard and hit as hard at the same time.

Jeff Porcaro (Toto).

Richie Hayward (Little Feat)

And finally Michael Shrieve (the amazing drummer with Santana at Woodstock 69; his playing on Soul Sacrifice is just incredible)"

I like all of those drummers. Best drummer is such a huge demographic. Personal taste and genre of music.

Jaki Liebezeit Of CAN is incredible …. The human drum machine. And Mitch Mitchell could do it all. Jazzy, rock or funky.

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By *utcock61Man
2 weeks ago

glasgow

Steve Broughton.

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By *oy1Man
2 weeks ago

nottingham

Cozy Powell

Goggle him

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By *i-bottom83Man
2 weeks ago

concord

I've no idea who it is, (no one does)

But the drummer for the new band 'President' is incredible.

Check out the single, 'fearless'...you'll see what I mean.

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By *arlislebbladMan
2 weeks ago

carlisle

El esterpario siberiano. The speed and ability of this guy is simply staggering . Check him out on YouTube

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By *oy1Man
2 weeks ago

nottingham

Cozy Powell

Dance with the devil

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By *icole FanningTV/TS
2 weeks ago

Navan

Ian Paice ~ Deep Purple

Clem Burke ~ Blondie

Mick Shrimpton ~ Spinal Tap

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By *i-bottom83Man
2 weeks ago

concord

"El esterpario siberiano. The speed and ability of this guy is simply staggering . Check him out on YouTube "

I have to agree. That guy is on another level.

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By *urvedcockloverMan
2 weeks ago

Blackburn

"Joe Morello of the Dave Brubeck Quartet."

Was looking for this inclusion. Incredible drummer as are so many listed here but Joe Morello is up there for me

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By *ibuddy200Man
2 weeks ago

leominster

Chicken but also like a turkey one to.

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By *irralblokeMan
2 weeks ago

wallasey

The gorilla from the cadburys advert.

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By *ospitallerMan
2 weeks ago

Manchester

"Joe Morello of the Dave Brubeck Quartet.

Was looking for this inclusion. Incredible drummer as are so many listed here but Joe Morello is up there for me "

100% fella, I should have mentioned him too.

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By *umlickmeMan
2 weeks ago

cant accom

"Bernard Matthew's Chicken Drummer. "

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By *ornyoldfellaMan
2 weeks ago

Thornton-Cleveleys

Jet Black has to be on the list

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By *arefeetMan
2 weeks ago

Manchester

Forgot

Phil Collins

Ringo

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By *tephen_b50Man
2 weeks ago

Bristol

"Keith Moon, unconventional and inspiration for a muppet.

Charlie Watts

Topper Headon, Clem Burke, Rick Buckler, Gilson Lavis, all show my leanings.

But definitely NOT Ringo, one of the luckiest men alive. And Yellow Submarine should a warning for all to avoid LSD !"

Interviewer: "Was Ringo the best drummer in the world?"

Lennon: "He wasn't even the best drummer in The Beatles."

That was a reference to "Back In The USSR", when Ringo was sulking and McCartney did most of the drumming for the sessions.

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By *hewanderer2Man
2 weeks ago

Washingborough

Ginger Baker of Cream

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By *urious katMan
2 weeks ago

Near bundoran

Ian paice

Matt Cameron

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By *tar33Man
2 weeks ago

North London (outer)

"Keith Moon, unconventional and inspiration for a muppet.

Charlie Watts

Topper Headon, Clem Burke, Rick Buckler, Gilson Lavis, all show my leanings.

But definitely NOT Ringo, one of the luckiest men alive. And Yellow Submarine should a warning for all to avoid LSD !

Interviewer: "Was Ringo the best drummer in the world?"

Lennon: "He wasn't even the best drummer in The Beatles."

That was a reference to "Back In The USSR", when Ringo was sulking and McCartney did most of the drumming for the sessions.

Another urban myth

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By *ornyoldfellaMan
2 weeks ago

Thornton-Cleveleys

Carl Palmer

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By *leepflowerMan
2 weeks ago

Leek

This thread does seem to have a very particular demographic. 🤣

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By *qounkMan
2 weeks ago

nr holsworthy

My favourite too from the early Genesis days.

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By *ushfitABCMan
2 weeks ago

Shanklin

Dominic Howard (Muse).

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By *rum39Man
1 week ago

Birmingham

For me all you need to do is watch moby dick live that is all the evidence needed to prove John Bonham is the greatest

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By *angtMan
1 week ago

Wednesfield /Wolverhampton

Budgie

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By *onstant.Man
1 week ago

Middlesbrough

Cosie Powell

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By *icknblowMan
1 week ago

Bedford

Neil Peart

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By *ronmant16Man
1 week ago

Sheffield

Lars Ulrich

Alex Van Halen

Tommy Lee

To be fair most of the metal/rock lads are shit hot

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By *aturefunswTV/TS
1 week ago

bristol

Travis Barker

Topper Headon

Rob Heaton

Jimmy the rev Sullivan

Jordon Jordoson

Lars Ulrich

Roger Taylor ( younger)

If anyone can get all the bands the above played in for majority you will get 3 fabs on your profile or a direct pic from me 💋💋

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By *lut type cumTV/TS
1 week ago

Birmingham

CR78 compurhythm

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By *C0606Man
1 week ago

watford

Mitch Mitchel

Cozy Powel

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By *eddymanMan
1 week ago

Hednesford

Yes defo Danny Carey the drum can pnuema is amazing

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By *opcock58Man
1 week ago

Helston

"Rodger Taylor ( Queen )"

My opinion of him as a drummer is skewed by having to deal with him several times as a customer. Can be a real knobhead. Similarly Pete Townsend, another knob but not a drummer. In case your wondering they both have houses around here as do many celebs.

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By *ountainMan
1 week ago

ipswich

Jon Hiseman...Colloseum.

He drove the band forward with his drumming.

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By *ountainMan
1 week ago

ipswich

The drummer in Santana.

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By *ivertonguy1000Man
1 week ago

Tiverton

Steve Gadd

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By *ythegodsMan
1 week ago

Bolton

Neil Peart, Rush.

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By *opcock58Man
1 week ago

Helston

"Neil Peart, Rush."

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By *ttm4suitedguysTV/TS
1 week ago

Javea, Costa Blanca

Mick Tucker - The Sweet

There is a great video on YouTube and his drumming is marvellous „Sweet - The Man With The Golden Arm“

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By *effnwbiguyMan
1 week ago

bolton

Ginger Baker

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By *3243Man
1 week ago

EDINBURGH

"There are many drummers that lit up one’s eyes, but I bet they would all say Buddy Rich was the best. "

I agree with you completely.

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By *elinda JayTV/TS
1 week ago

Newcastle-under-Lyme

When the press asked John Lennon "Is Ringo the best drummer in Great Britain" Lennon replied, "He's not even the best drummer in the Beatles".

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By *osferatooMan
1 week ago

carlisle newcastle

Jet Black...brilliant

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By *b20Man
1 week ago

Glasgow

Keith Moon the Loon

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By *an467Man
1 week ago

Glasgow

John Bonham, Cozy Powell.

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By *ighway expressMan
1 week ago

Campbeltown

Steve Jansen

Lee Harris

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By *ockaholicMan
1 week ago

any town

Jim Keltner Travelling Willburys and who could forget Animal from the Muppets.

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By *eedsbearmanMan
1 week ago

Leeds

Little drummer boy

Pa rum pum pum pum

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By *hebestrimmerMan
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1 week ago

Sth Elmsall

Eddy Delaney

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By *ooby01Man
1 week ago

Glencoe

As others have said its all a bit of a personal taste ...

Vinnie Colaiuta

Ted McKenna

Alan Myers

Prairie Prince

Jonathan Moffet

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By *obmoMan
1 week ago

Rugby

Clem Cattini

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By *zaac CoxMan
1 week ago

FOREST OF DEAN

Ginger Baker ex Cream.

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By *yson35Man
1 week ago

HUDDERSFIELD

Ronnie Tutt

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By *evilgateRiderMan
1 week ago

New Malden

Dave Lombardo or Gene Hoglan

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