WTF?!

Yes, the world's greatest rock drummer. It wasn't that difficult, was it?

I think you have answered the why (Although, the beard is pretty impressive too)



I'm, actually, a bit of a fan of pre-A Trick of The Tail Genesis (or I prefer those albums). In fact, I was listening to 'Selling England by the Pound' on my way to uni this afternoon.


I am very aware of the fact you haven't mentioned Gabriel.

Put in those terms, it is impossible to comprehend.

HELLO! John Bonham?

Thank you.

This needs putting into context.

Keith Moon
Art Blakey
Buddy Rich
Cozy Powell
Paul Cook
Stephen Morris
Chad 'Gaylord' Smith
Dave Grohl
or even Travis Barker
I'm sure of at least one person who frequents this board who may say Joey from Slipknot is the best drummer

All could claim to have defined and brought something good to drumming. Plus there are many more.

I think Phil Collins may have been a better drummer than John Bonham. Bonham was a good drummer, no doubt, but he has attained this mythical status. Maybe due to his drinking or his early death or maybe it is just an easy answer for many people. There have been more talented and more influential drummers (many I haven't mentioned).

Cozy Powell, definite. But to put Phil Collins and Cozy Powell in the same sphere is madness.

Legend.

Dave Grohl? Not even the best drummer in Foo Fighters

I agree with you there, Yed. I was only thinking his contribution to another band may make him the best drummer to someone.

How so?

Do you rate Collins that low a drummer?

I can never get comparing drummers. How can you say one is better than another. Nearly all drummers of established bands are tight on timing, so what makes one stand out over another? more complex drumming patterns?

My favourite drummers are Keith Moon, Reni & Matt Helders. Mainly due to their effortless style and that they are in three of my favourite bands.

I propose people check out some Carter Beauford drum solos on a popular video sharing website. Very good drummer.

He's a great drummer. Especially when you consider he only took them up cause they were the only instrument left for the band.

The rest of the band, of late, is mehh