Modern Drummer have come up with 25 of the most Legendary Talents who Changed Drumming as we know it. In a special collector’s edition publication, Modern Drummer magazine spotlights some of the all-time greats of drumming, from yesteryear right up to today. Jazz giants, rock legends, studio greats-they’re all here, like you’ve never seen them before. As well as biographical info, classic photos, style & analysis sections, tips, quotes, and even lessons from the artists themselves are included!
Drummers profiled include:
Buddy Rich (A Big Band Legend)
Gene Krupa (Drumming’s First Star)
Steve Gadd (The Recording Giant)
Tony Williams (Miles Davis)
Neil Peart (Rush)
Vinnie Colaiuta (Frank Zappa, Sting)
Max Roach (Dizzy Gillespie)
John “Bonzo” Bonham (Led Zeppelin)
Elvin Jones (John Coltrane)
Papa Jo Jones (Count Basie)
Billy Cobham (Mahavishnu Orchestra)
Art Blakey (The Jazz Messengers)
Ringo Starr (The Beatles)
Jack DeJohnette (Jazz Great)
Dennis Chambers (Santana)
Roy Haynes (Charlie Parker)
Terry Bozzio (Frank Zappa/Missing Persons)
Philly Joe Jones (Miles Davis)
David Garibaldi (Tower Of Power)
Keith Moon (The Who)
Steve Smith (Journey/Vital Information)
Dave Weckl (Chick Corea/Dave Weckl Band)
Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
Dave Grohl (Nirvana/Foo Fighters)
Travis Barker (Blink-182/Transplants/+44)