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Famous Drummers, Past & Present

Welcome to our list of famous drummers! These musicians have made significant contributions to the world of music through their drumming skills and have left a lasting impact on the industry.

From jazz to rock to pop and beyond, these drummers have shaped the sound of countless songs and inspired countless others to pick up the sticks.

Here we’ll take a look at some of the most renowned drummers of all time and delve into their careers, influences, and notable accomplishments. Get ready to be inspired and learn about some of the most talented drummers in music history.


Buddy Rich

Buddy Rich playing a Slingerland drumkit

Genres: Jazz, Big Band and Swing.

If you haven’t already heard of him, Bernard “Buddy” Rich was a legendary Jazz drummer who is widely regarded as one of the greatest drummers... Read more »

Charlie Watts

Charlie Watts playing his Gretsch drum kit

Genres: Rock, Jazz and Blues.

Even if you haven’t heard their music, you probably have heard of them. The iconic red lip and tongue logo, their words of wisdom, and... Read more »

Daniel Platzman

Daniel Platzman playing a black drum set with Zildjian cymbals.

Genres: Indie Rock, Alternative Rock, Pop Rock and Electropop.

In the world of the 21st century, it’s impossible to talk about modern rock music without mentioning the earth rumbling pop rock band, Imagine Dragons.... Read more »

Dave Grohl

Dave Grohl playing a black drum set.

Genres: Alternative Rock, Hard Rock, Heavy Metal, Punk Rock and Grunge.

A man of many talents, Dave Grohl is a highly regarded musician especially in the world of rock for his abilities and contributions. In the... Read more »

John Densmore

John Paul Densmore, the drummer for The Doors, sitting behind his drumkit.

Genres: Rock, Psychedelic Rock and Jazz Fusion.

Among one of the most significant groups during the counterculture era of 1960’s, The Doors is an American rock band formed in 1965 who has... Read more »

Jonathan Moffett

Jonathan Phillip 'Sugarfoot' Moffett playing DW drums

Genres: Pop, R&B, Funk, Rock, Metal, Jazz Fusion, New Jack Swing and Funk Rock.

Jonathan Phillip Moffett is an American drummer nicknamed “Sugarfoot" for his quick, eloquent and prominent work on the bass drum. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana... Read more »

Leon Chancler

Leon 'Ndugu' Chancler playing Paiste cymbals

Genres: Jazz, Pop, Funk, Blues, Jazz and Fusion.

Leon "Ndugu" Chancler was a highly respected and influential American pop, funk, and jazz drummer who has had an accomplished and triumphant career in the... Read more »

Meg White

Meg White playing a red drum set with Paiste cymbals

Genres: Rock, Alternative Rock and Garage Rock.

An introvert, yet a loud rockstar, Megan White is the drumming powerhouse and singer behind the legendary Detroit rock duo, The White Stripes! Also known... Read more »

Neil Peart

Neil Peart playing his amazingly complex drum set

Genres: Progressive Rock, Hard Rock, Jazz, Swing and Heavy Metal.

Any true rock music fan would have undoubtedly heard of Canadian rock band, Rush. The band was formed in 1968 and has been blowing their... Read more »

Taylor Hawkins

Taylor Hawkins playing Gretsch drums and Zildjian cymbals

Genres: Alternative Rock, Post-Grunge, Prog Rock, Punk Rock and Alternative Metal.

The driving force behind the drum kit for the legendary band, Foo Fighters and the rockstar of rhythm, Taylor Hawkins is one of the most... Read more »

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