Pollyanna
Platinum Member
Funny thing how it works. Thinking of the the thread where Joey Jordinson was voted No1 drummer. Rolling Stones's top 20 is this:
1. Neil Peart (Rush)
2. John Bonham (Led Zeppelin)
3. Ginger Baker (Cream)
4. Keith Moon (Who)
5. Terry Bozzio (Zappa, Jeff Beck)
6. Bill Bruford (Yes)
7. Danny Carey (Tool)
8. Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater)
9. Ian Paice (Deep Purple)
10. Carl Palmer (ELP)
11. Stewart Copeland (Police)
12. Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
13. Steve Gadd (Steely Dan)
14. Vinnie Colaiuta (Sting, Frank Zappa)
15. Carter Beauford (Dave Matthews Band)
16. Tim Alexander (Primus)
17. Simon Phillips (Toto, Jeff Beck)
18. Rod Morgenstein (Dixie Dregs, Winger)
19. Matt Cameron (Soundgarden)
20. Dennis Chambers (Santana)
It's pretty messed up in terms of ability. I love Ginger, Bonzo and Moonie - the latter two are a lot of people's "favourite drummer" but they sure don't bring anywhere near as much to the drumming table as a bunch of drummers in the lower spots.
Obviously being in a popular/iconic band helps but that's not the whole story - Bonzo and Moonie were always feature players in their bands ... they weren't there for the ride.
Any thoughts on what it is about some drummers who have such strong appeal (okay Moonie was a wild man) while more accomplished players, have less broad appeal? Why do you think some drummers have more of a vibe in their playing than others?
1. Neil Peart (Rush)
2. John Bonham (Led Zeppelin)
3. Ginger Baker (Cream)
4. Keith Moon (Who)
5. Terry Bozzio (Zappa, Jeff Beck)
6. Bill Bruford (Yes)
7. Danny Carey (Tool)
8. Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater)
9. Ian Paice (Deep Purple)
10. Carl Palmer (ELP)
11. Stewart Copeland (Police)
12. Dave Lombardo (Slayer)
13. Steve Gadd (Steely Dan)
14. Vinnie Colaiuta (Sting, Frank Zappa)
15. Carter Beauford (Dave Matthews Band)
16. Tim Alexander (Primus)
17. Simon Phillips (Toto, Jeff Beck)
18. Rod Morgenstein (Dixie Dregs, Winger)
19. Matt Cameron (Soundgarden)
20. Dennis Chambers (Santana)
It's pretty messed up in terms of ability. I love Ginger, Bonzo and Moonie - the latter two are a lot of people's "favourite drummer" but they sure don't bring anywhere near as much to the drumming table as a bunch of drummers in the lower spots.
Obviously being in a popular/iconic band helps but that's not the whole story - Bonzo and Moonie were always feature players in their bands ... they weren't there for the ride.
Any thoughts on what it is about some drummers who have such strong appeal (okay Moonie was a wild man) while more accomplished players, have less broad appeal? Why do you think some drummers have more of a vibe in their playing than others?