It takes a true powerhouse to play drums for rock icons like Lenny Kravitz and Carlos Santana. Born in Yellow Springs, Ohio, in 1959, Blackman grew up listening to an array of funk, jazz, classical and rock ‘n roll. When her family moved to Connecticut, she studied at the Hartt School of Music in Hartford … Read more
Ginger Baker, born Peter Edward Baker, was an English drummer and one of the most influential and widely recognized figures in the history of rock music. He is best known for his work as the drummer for the rock bands Cream and Blind Faith, as well as his innovative and influential drumming style. Here are … Read more
“98% of the groups are not [playing] on their own records.” – Bernard Purdie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9HGEbpKWfw4 Bernard Purdie is a highly acclaimed American drummer known for his versatile and influential contributions to the world of music, particularly in the genres of jazz, funk, and soul. Born on June 11, 1939, in Elkton, Maryland, Purdie’s … Read more