He, along with his trio, The Tony Williams Lifetime, is known for being a pioneer of the fusion genre. Peart or Bonham? By his early 20s, Helm was performing with The Hawks (a name that would later change to The Band) who went on to support Bob Dylan throughout the 1960s. 16. Taylor was less technical than he was engulfing with his playing. Recommended Albums: Vanilla Fudge Vanilla Fudge, Blue Murder Blue Murder. Viva La Rock!. In this detailed chapter from The Drummer's Toolbox, you'll learn how to play ten styles of funk and soul on the drums. In addition to playing with Tool, Danny Carey has also performed and recorded with Carole King, Volto!, Pigmy Love Circus, Primus, and Green Jell. . Recommended Albums: Steps Ahead Steps Ahead, Some Skunk Funk Randy Brecker & Michael Brecker. He ranked fifth in Rolling Stone magazine . His ability to play rudiments with his feet or with multiple limbs and his ability to play layered odd-time signature grooves and fills are only small feats that Donati has demonstrated over the years. He also demonstrates ambidexterity behind the drum set. His grooves on songs like Come Together and The End would not only become recognizable they would become iconic. Since the 1980s, Cindy Blackman Santana has made a name for herself as one of the worlds leading rock, jazz, and fusion drummers. After having recorded with Peter Gabriel and Sting in the 1980s, Manu Katch became a prominent figure in the world of pop and rock music. He is praised for his drum set independence, his authentic approach to Latin and jazz music, as well as his soloing abilities. Being fluent in the jazz languages like bebop, fusion, and avant-garde jazz, Haynes has had the opportunity to work with many world-renowned artists including Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Sarah Vaughan, Sonny Rollins, McCoy Tyner, John Coltrane, and Pat Metheny. He was also known for incorporating his bass drum into many of his drum fills. Recommended Albums: Awake Dream Theater, Black Clouds & Silver Linings Dream Theater. In 1984, Steve Gadd was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame. Octobans, high-pitched snare drums, and effect cymbals allowed him to authentically incorporate sounds associated with other styles of music from around the world. His unique style, which integrates elements of traditional jazz with hip-hop and electronic elements, has made him one of the worlds most in-demand drummers. Its an evolving list and, of course, very subjective. We publish a monthly magazine, drumming books, produce an annual. Our list of the greatest drummers focuses ONLY on those that have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. [10] Modern Drummer magazine readers have voted him the No. Recommended Albums: Uh-huh John Cougar Mellencamp, Blaze of Glory Jon Bon Jovi. These famous jazz drummers have pushed the style, inspired thousands, and even become household names. His work after the joining the band has been even more impressive, both with is own bands and playing sessions for Mariah Carey, Bryan Adams, Andre Bocelli and others. Bill Ward is a pioneer of heavy metal drumming as well as a founding member of the heavy metal band Black Sabbath. Recommended Albums: Friends Chick Corea, Aja Steely Dan. Brian Blade is a master of sound and texture he is often seen using a variety of different sticks, brushes, and mallets. But there's no doubt drumming has been essential to the history and evolution of rock 'n' roll music. It's no coincidence that when Steve Smith took over as drummer for Journey, the band soared into the stratosphere. Throughout his childhood and teenage years, he enjoyed playing rock, punk and jazz music. To understand Terminal Spirit Disease is to go back in time. The other nominees are nothing short of amazing, and they all deserved to win. His drumming style was reflective of his personality; he had a reputation for being wild and unpredictable on and off the stage. Ginger Baker, Mitch Mitchell, and Carmine Appice would influence him later on in his career. No one provided a bigger and more memorable backbeat than Max Weinberg, most noticeable during his time with the E Street Band. I'm a little surprised that David Garibaldi and Peter Erskine haven't made the list yet. Gene Krupa 5. Joe Morello is known for his work with the Dave Brubeck Quartet. However, this is only due to his use of various rhythmic illusions. It's not surprising that Pick Withers eventually became a drummer for Bob Dylan, given the grooves he delivered as the drummer on Dire Straits first four albums. Gregg Ericco was the pillar of Sly & the Family Stone's music. Recommended Albums: Continuum John Mayer, Out of the Loop The Brecker Brothers. Year Nominee / work Award Result 2020: Nicko McBrain: Hall of Fame Inducted: Inducted Music Life Japan. Larry Mullen Jr. has appeared on every U2 album to date. Jojo Mayer, Secret Weapons for the Modern Drummer, Part II (DVD) Recorded Performance, Audio James Gadson, and Chris Dave, Black Messiah (D'Angelo and the Vanguard) Recorded Performance, Video Mike Mangini, Breaking the Fourth Wall (Dream Theater) 2015 [ezcol_1half id="" class="" style=""] Hall of Fame Ian Paice MVP Ray Luzier Studio Many admire Paice for his energetic playing, his speed around the drum set, and even more specifically, his blazing fast single and double stroke rolls. Phillips earliest influences were Buddy Rich, Tony Williams, Billy Cobham, Steve Gadd, and Ian Paice. Recommended Albums: Falling in Between Live Toto, Oceana Derek Sherinian. The Drumeo Beat HALL OF FAME 2008: Ginger Baker 2007: Jack DeJohnette 2006: Charlie Watts 2005: Stewart Copeland 2004: Mike Portnoy 2003: Simon . Dunbar was inducted into the Rock Hall as a member of Journey. He has also made a name for himself as a session drummer. He is best known for his work with The Aristocrats, but he has also collaborated with Joe Satriani, Plini, Paul Gilbert, Steven Wilson, Jordan Rudess, Tony MacAlpine, and Tony Levin. By learning how to play all of these different styles, Garstka set himself up for success. But the backbeat, provided by Phil Rudd, was so essential. But never forget the Beatles weren't the Beatles until Starr sat at the drums. The Roots would later become the perfect outlet for ?uestlove to fuse his knowledge of R&B, jazz, and hip-hop drumming. Weinberg started drumming when he was six years old. Thank you all so much for digging what we did. Matt Garstka became the drummer for the progressive metal band Animals as Leaders in 2012. By submitting, you agree to receive communications (emails & texts) from Modern Drummer. Recommended Albums: Led Zeppelin II Led Zeppelin, Physical Graffiti Led Zeppelin. Freddie Mercury was the star. His legendary grooves heard in songs like Tom Sawyer and 2112 have become air drumming anthems across the world. But just as a drummer, he served as the backbone for The Band. The Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde Rock 'n Roll Musical The Wino 2003 Man on the Moon Harrah's Band 1999 Mod Squad Country Band Drummer (uncredited) TV Series 1969 1 episode Jan & Dean: On the Run Clobber TV Movie 1966 Baby the Rain Must Fall Band Member (uncredited) 1965 The Nutty Professor Conga Player (uncredited) 1963 Girls! Some of his most iconic drum parts appear on songs like Master of Puppets and One. Ulrich has appeared on every Metallica album to date. Recommended Albums: Pikalar Anika Nilles, Anika Nilles Anika Nilles. Recommended Albums: We Like It Here Snarky Puppy, Family Dinner Volume 2 Snarky Puppy. Charlie Watts simplistic playing style was the perfect fit for the band. Peter Erskine has worked with John Abercrombie, Weather Report, Steps Ahead, Michael Brecker, Randy Brecker, Diana Krall, Joni Mitchell, Jaco Pastorius, and many other artists. 1,830 talking about this. Jeff is one of the founding members of Toto. Recommended Albums: A Love Supreme John Coltrane, JuJu Wayne Shorter. Tony Royster Jr. won the 1995 Guitar Center Drum-Off Competition when he was just 11 years old. Iron Maiden were honoured by Music Life Japanese magazine in 1980 . Beginner Drum Book Some of these acts include Death, Dark Angel, and Strapping Young Lad. Arguably, the most technical drummer in rock music history who seemingly could play for days on end. DANNY CAREY has been selected as a nominee in the 2022 Modern Drummer Readers Poll in the category of PROGRESSIVE ROCK for his incredible & inspiring contributions to the world of drumming. 1 hits, including "I Get Around," "Surf City," "Good Vibrations," "Mrs. Robinson," "Mr. Tambourine Man" and "He's a Rebel." John JR Robinson is a world-class session musician who is most famous for his work with Michael Jackson. ), Drumeo Team This new way of playing would later influence a future generation of rock and metal drummers. Recommended Albums: Nothing Like the Sun Sting, So Peter Gabriel. Since the 1980s, Sheila E. has performed and recorded with Azteca, Prince, Ringo Starr & His All-Starr Band, George Duke, Cyndi Lauper, Hans Zimmer, among many others. Harrisons first big break was playing with Iggy Pop in 1986 on a world tour. The Seattle drummer currently plays with Pearl Jam. And that's to say nothing of his lengthy solos in a live setting. In doing so, he was not only the backbone of the Allman Brothers, but also the backbone of Southern Rock. 1 and 2). Recommended Albums: Sacrament Lamb of God, Volition Protest the Hero. He started playing the drums when he was 10 years old, learning to play concert snare drum as well as how to play jazz. Drummer Hal Blaine, who propelled dozens of major hit records during the '60s and '70s as a member of the . If youve ever listened to Take Five or Blue Rondo la Turk, then youve heard Morello. Since the late 1980s, Sucherman has had the opportunity to perform with Brian Wilson, Steve Cole, Spinal Tap, Tim Cunningham, and Michael Bolton, among many other artists and bands. That still leaves plenty of legends, from Peart and John Bonham to Keith Moon (picture above) and Dave Grohl. By clicking "Accept All Cookies" you agree to the storing of cookies on your device. Gadd was inducted into the Modern Drummer Hall of Fame in 1984 as one of the industry's best session and studio drummers. I can go on and on, as there are so many moreespecially from my neighborhood in the Bronx!. He joined the band in 1995 and continued to record and perform with them until the end of 2013. From 1989 on, Chad Smith was the guy for Red Hot Chili Peppers, merging elements of rock and funk with a loose style like no other modern drummer. Charlie's drumming was a major part of The Rolling Stones' success, and he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1989. Some of Tomas Haakes greatest influences include Neil Peart, Sean Reinert, Terry Bozzio, Vinnie Colaiuta, and Gary Husband. Do you agree with our selections? Im not sure we got the correct Chad here, but I am very humbled and honored to accept.. Girls! For all the catchy hooks on Cheap Trick songs, it was often Bun E. Carlos leading the way during the band's solos. Simon Phillips is one of the most accomplished session drummers of the past 40 years. Known for his work as a session and touring drummer, Gregg Bissonette is one of the most sought-after players in the industry. Roger Taylor was the drummer for the rock band Queen. Recommended Albums: Time Out The Dave Brubeck Quartet, Time Further Out The Dave Brubeck Quartet. Chamberlins mixture of jazz and rock influences have allowed him to develop a playing style that effectively blends elements from both styles from fast, smooth press rolls to heavy rimshots and backbeats. These famous jazz drummers have pushed the style, inspired thousands, and even become household names. Through his teenage years and into his 20s, Acua had a successful career as a session musician in Peru. Recommended Albums: Mer de Noms A Perfect Circle, 57th & 9th Sting. His greatest achievement may have been keeping pace with Little Richard's astonishing vocal performance on songs like "Tutti Frutti" and "Long Tall Sally. ", One of the pioneers of rock and roll drumming, Earl Palmer played with everyone from Little Richard and Frank Sinatra to Ray Charles and Sam Cooke. He provides the oomph on stadium-level anthems like "Jesus of Suburbia" and "Wake Me Up When September Ends". He also studied drum theory and technique. Few drummers have impacted the drumming world like Phil Rudd. Watts got his first drum kit in 1955. Its that time again for the Modern Drummer staff to thank the community for making possible our annual Readers Poll. He grew up listening to gospel music, and when he was a teenager, he began playing the drums. Blink and Dave Matthews Band deserve it more than anyone else on the list, IMO. In addition to working with Dream Theater, he has worked with Liquid Tension Experiment, Avenged Sevenfold, Neal Morse, Adrenaline Mob, Twisted Sister, Flying Colors, and The Winery Dogs. In addition to being a world class performer, he is also a respected clinician and educator. At 19 years old, Shrieve was performing live at the 1969 Woodstock Festival and was the youngest performer there. Recommended Albums: A Night at the Opera Queen, Jazz Queen. Known for merging the worlds of jazz and rock, Danny Seraphine made his mark in the drumming world as the original drummer of the band Chicago. He has shared the stage with Michael Brecker, Avishai Cohen, Chick Corea, David Binney, and Donny McCaslin, just to name a few. Recommended Albums: Brain Salad Surgery Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Trilogy Emerson, Lake & Palmer. We use cookies to store information on your computer. She grew up in a musical family and had the opportunity to perform from an early age with her father Pete Escovedo. Through his work with Iron Maiden, Nicko McBrain became known for his single bass drum pedal speed and consistency as well as his massive tom-based fills that typically follow the melodic lines of the other band members. He is by far, in my opinion, the best turntablist of all time. Louis Bellson is known for being the first drummer to use two bass drums. By the time he was 15, he was already performing professionally in a variety of bands and ensembles. 6 Mitch Mitchell Mitch Mitchell was the drummer who backed Jimi Hendrix throughout the infamous guitarist's entire career. In addition to playing with Lamb of God, he has more recently worked with Testament, Protest the Hero, and Megadeth. Very few bands during the 1970s and 1980s were playing songs in 13/8 (Turn It On Again) or alternating between 16th note meters like 13/16 and 15/16 (Firth of Fifth). He certainly had the players around him to do so, including the unpredictable Jim Morrison. He is remembered especially for his work with The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Recommended Albums: The Glamorous Life Sheila E., Romance 1600 Sheila E. Nicko McBrain is recognized for being a member of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden. He is considered a pioneer of thrash metal and death metal drumming. Who else would you have included? But what he did do was establish the beat and tempo for punk rock, something every punk musician who came after copied in some way. GearTama drums, Roland SPD-SX and PD-125 with BT-1 Trigger Bar, Meinl cymbals, Vater sticks, Remo heads. Hal Blaine, Wrecking Crew Drummer and Rock Hall of Fame Member, Dies at 90. Recommended Albums: Music From Big Pink The Band, The Band The Band. True to their namesake, Contrarian continues to defy the odds and steer the head of progressive/technical . Known for his power, energy, flawless technique, and his incredible hand speed, Buddy Rich is widely considered one of, if not the most, influential drummers of all time. Brian May was the genius. Levon Helm is remembered as the drummer for one of the most influential rock bands in history, The Band. Having appeared on more than 4000 albums, Bernard Pretty Purdie is one of, if not the most, recorded drummers of all time. ?uestlove has worked with countless artists including Jay-Z, Al Green, The Soulquarians, DAngelo, Pharrell Williams, Christina Aguilera, and John Mayer. She was also the house drummer for The Arsenio Hall Show during the late 1980s. Our list of the greatest drummers focuses ONLY on those that have been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. While he was considered one of the greatest rock drummers, Ginger Baker still considered himself a jazz drummer up until his death in 2019. Her successful career has led her to perform with many other artists like Santana, John Scofield, Dianne Reeves, Mike Stern, George Duke, Esperanza Spalding, and John Patitucci. His technicality and fluidity behind the drums have been an inspiration to drummers around the world for decades. The Auvergne - Rhne-Alpes being a dynamic, thriving area, modern architects and museums also feature, for example in cities like Chambry, Grenoble and Lyon, the last with its opera house boldly restored by Jean Nouvel. When we want to laugh? When we want to practice? Ive been on my marathon from the beginning, and to be recognized for my art form along the journey feels good. Congratulations also to all the other incredible artists who were also nominated in this category. Roger Taylor would ultimately set the bar for how to perform in a stadium rock band. King, Oliver Nelson, and Joe Cocker. Recommended Albums: In this Life Virgil Donati, Quantum Planet X. Todd Sucherman has been the drummer for the progressive rock band Styx since 1995. Recommended Albums: Sex Machine James Brown, In the Jungle Groove James Brown. He continues to receive recognition for his feel and groove, his right foot speed with a single bass drum pedal, and his power behind the drum set. #1. McBrains drumming hero was the great Joe Morello of the Dave Brubeck Quartet. Bill Wards drumming has become the definition of traditional heavy metal drumming. Porcaro's most famous for his drumming on their best-selling album "Africa.". Josh Freese is known for his work as a touring and session drummer. Blink-182's Travis Barker is one of the most famous drummers of the new millennium thanks to his hardcore sensibility, skater aesthetic, hip-hop energy, pop appeal and reality TV-ready baby face. Recommended Albums: The Big Beat Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers, Caravan Art Blakey & The Jazz Messengers. Read on to find out who made our list of the Top 100 Drummers of All Time! Bruford has received recognition for his use of complex sticking patterns, rhythmic displacement, metric modulation, and odd meters. Recommended Albums: Sheik Yerbouti Frank Zappa, Danger Money U.K. Over the years, many world-renowned rock drummers have credited Mitch Mitchell as a significant influence. Let's dive in and see who are the best metal drummers all time. Modern Drummer 2018 Readers Poll Winners! Somewhere in 1981, Vinnie become a session musician for Frank Zappa. Recommended Albums: Crash Dave Matthews Band, Big Whiskey & the GrooGrux King Dave Matthews Band. With a jazz background, Watts had a feel for every style the Rolling Stones shifted to. Receiving acknowledgement from MD and its readers makes all the hard work worth it. In addition to the iconic physical award that each drummer receives for winning, we are also . Every time Sly Stone wanted to switch up sounds, he did so knowing Ericco could handle it with ease. He was one of the very first drum set soloists in history, his most popular solo appearing on Benny Goodmans recording of Sing, Sing, Sing. His drum solos even incorporated showmanship and stick tricks! Some of his greatest influences included Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, Elvin Jones, John Bonham, and Ian Paice. Since the 1990s, Manu Katch has also released a number of solo albums. His opening solo on Searching for the Right Door from his album Spectrum demonstrates this approach perfectly. From recording in the studio with Norah Jones and Megadeth to touring the world with Sting and Chick Corea, Vinnie Colaiuta truly does it all. White helped push Yes into a bigger band, one that could fill stadiums with its sound. He is known for applying African rhythms to the drum set, applying different jazz techniques into his rock playing, and for incorporating a variety of percussion instruments into his setup. Mark Guiliana has shared the stage with some of todays greatest jazz and contemporary artists. John Bonham 2. Whitesnake - Cozy Powell Drum Solo - Germany 1983 (remastered) Cozy Powell was an English rock drummer who appeared on over 66 albums by leading . And while no one adapted their drumming to the song better than Helm, it was clear when his drum served as the driving force on songs like "Up On Cripple Creek" and the slow-moving pace of "The Weight.". Modern Drummer has always been a reference point in the drumming community, and it means a lot to me that I won in the metal category. Things never fell out of place with him playing the drums. During his lengthy career, Rich toured around the globe . Aldridge would go on to perform with artists like Ozzy Osbourne, Whitesnake, Black Oak Arkansas, Ted Nugent, Motrhead, Thin Lizzy, Yngwie Malmsteen, and the Pat Travers Band. By the time he was a teenager, he had already begun playing jazz, fusion, and Latin music. I appreciate and love Grady Tate, Earl Palmer, Fred Below, Philly Joe Jones, Papa Joe Jones, Max Roach, Elvin Jones, Art Blakey, Jack DeJohnette, Billy Cobham, Carlton Barrett, Sonny Payne, Billy Higgins, Mikey Roker, Lloyd Knibb, Harvey Mason, Steve Gadd, Charlie Persip, John Bonham, Gary Chester, Hal Blaine, Jim Keltner, Levon Helm, Shelly Mann, Big Sid Catlett, Earl Phillips, Ebby Hardy, Jeff Porcaro, Russ Kunkel, Buddy Rich, Louie Bellson, Gene Krupa, Lenny White, Jimmy Cobb, Kenny Clarke, Charlie Watts, Ben Riley, Jim Gordon, Paul Humphrey, Phil Rudd, and Rick and Jerry Marotta. Recommended Albums: The Evolution of Tony Royster Jr. Soundtrack Tony Royster Jr. & ASAP, Megalithic Symphony AWOLNATION. Rock and Roll Hall of Fame drummer Gina Schock of the Go-Go's joins the Rocker Dog podcast to introduce us to her Chihuahua rescue Penny. By signing up youll also receive our ongoing free lessons and special offers. Recommended Albums: obZen Meshuggah, The Violent Sleep of Reason Meshuggah. He started playing the drums when he was two years old and was performing by the age of six. The leader and founder of The Jazz Messengers, Art Blakey was a significant figure in jazz drumming. Taylors drumming style was a key contributor to Queens overall sound. GearYamaha drums, Zildjian cymbals and sticks, Remo heads. Modern Drummer is also available on the internet.. First published in 1977, today the print version of Modern Drummer is available in 67 countries. Recommended Albums: Ghosts of Tomorrow Nerve, Lunar Crash David Fiuczynski & John Medeski. His first introduction to drumming was from watching parade drummers. The Modern Drummer Podcast John DeChristopher Live From My Drum Room With Myron Grombacher. Jordan has had the chance to work with artists in pop, rock, country, jazz, fusion, and folk music, only to name a few. This year features the trailblazers that have had a tremendous impact on our drumming community throughout the last year, influenced by your voices on social media and the like. Join our community of drummers today at www.drumeo.com. 1) Mike Portnoy (Dream Theater, Winery Dogs, Transatlantic) hit-channel.com Mike Portnoy created Dream Theater as we know it today, along with John Petrucci. Modern Drummer is the world's #1 drumming resource since 1977. Recommended Albums: Ghost in the Machine The Police, Synchronicity The Police. He merged jazz and blues rock like no one else with staggering studio compositions that included "Moby Dick," "Good Times Bad Times" and "Four Sticks." He was known for being the drummer of the rock band Led Zeppelin. Recommended Albums: The Joy of Motion Animals as Leaders, The Madness of Many Animals as Leaders. Recommended Albums: Black Radio Robert Glasper Experiment, Standard of Language Kenny Garrett. It's rare for a drummer. In addition to leading his own group, Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band, he has achieved success working with David Binney, Kenny Garrett, Chick Corea, Wayne Shorter, John Patitucci, Norah Jones, Joshua Redman, and Bob Dylan. Whether hes in the studio doing session work or playing a stadium show with Styx, Todd Sucherman consistently demonstrates musicality, precision, and flawless technique in every situation. The 100 Best Albums of 2022 For the Foo Fighters, it's the current lineup of Dave Grohl, drummer Taylor Hawkins, bassist Nate Mendel, keyboardist Rami Jaffee, and guitarists Pat Smear and Chris. I give thanks to the ancestors for the knowledge, light, and guidance. Bozzio has been an innovator in drumming by introducing the idea of soloing with ostinatos. During the 1960s, this was uncommon in a rock and roll setting. Bruford set the standard for progressive rock drumming. In addition to performing with The Meters, he has also worked with Dr. John, Robert Palmer, John Fogerty, Lee Dorsey, Keith Richards, and many other artists. Its an honor to win the Fusion category in this years Readers Poll. (P.S. P4 Practice Pad Songs like "Dream Police" and "Surrender" are where he shined most, showcasing the influence bands like The Who and Cream had on Cheap Trick's music. Ringo Starr is known for being the drummer of The Beatles. He started playing the drums when he was eight years old, and by the age of 12, he was performing professionally in the Disneyland Top 40 Band. And that makes sense, considering U2's Larry Mullen Jr. grew up playing in such an ensemble. Having played the drums since he was two years old, Larnell Lewis has risen to become one of the most notable names in modern drumming. Gavin Harrison is known for his creative and complex approach to playing the drums. Are you looking for inspiration, education, and support to take your playing to the next level? Rock/Funk Patterns with Single Paradiddles, Gretsch | Keith Carlock and Gergo Borlai Signature Snare Drums, 8 Tips for Mixing Drums with Maximum Impact. He also attended the Berklee College of Music where he further developed his skills and abilities in many different styles of music. That winner, voted by the readers, is Legendary Queen of Percussion, Sheila E. As this year's winner, Sheila E. becomes the first woman ever to be inducted into the MD HOF, a historical and special win. In addition to working with James Brown, Clyde Stubblefield worked with Otis Redding, Eddie Kirkland, John Scofield, Garbage, Ben Sidran, The J.B.s, and Fred Wesley. Modern Drummer has covered some of my favorite musiciansCarlton Barrett, Billy Cobham, Tony Williams, and Ndugu Chancler, to name a fewso to be nominated means a lot. Mayer began playing the drums and performing with his fathers band at the age of two. Heck, even John Lennon joked he wasn't the best drummer in the Beatles. Since the 1980s, Dave Weckl has collaborated with countless artists including Simon & Garfunkel, Chick Corea, Michael Brecker, Diana Ross, Robert Plant, Michel Camilo, and George Benson. Drumeo Team / Recommended Albums: Out of the Afternoon Roy Haynes Quartet, Now He Sings, Now He Sobs Chick Corea, Jeff Porcaro was the original drummer for the rock band Toto.