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Find out the Best Drummers ever, a selection curated by the team of Zero to Drum, All about Drums and Drumming.

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Dave Black – Versatility and Power

The world of drumming remembers Dave Black for his versatility and prowess behind the throne. January 23, 1928, Dave was born and died on December 4, 2006, after a long successful music career. To many

Roger Biwandu – Most Diverse Stickman

Roger Biwandu was born on December 25, 1972. The drummer’s roots are in Zaire/RDC, but he was born in Bordeaux, France, inside a Taxi. His story is quite fascinating as he started his professional music

Linda McDonald – Aggressive Yet Gentle on Drums

Linda McDonald is a remarkable drummer born and raised in Great Falls, Montana. McDonald has navigated her professional career as a drummer and an affiliate of the Ozzy Osbourne honored band The Little Doll advertised

Joe Bergamini – King Of Progressive Rock

Joe Bergamini has grown into one of the most diverse drummers the world has ever seen. He is also an educator who shared his music knowledge with many people. He enjoys a wide range of

Brian Bennett – Diverse Drummer With Unique Skills

I have come across many drummers, but there are some you will just never forget. One such artist is Brian Bennet. This drummer is not just talented; he has a thing for drummers that makes

Yoyoka Soma – A Star to Watch

Yoyoka Soma is an incredible drummer from Ishikari, Japan. At 8, the drummer’s skills had seen her rise through the ranks and carve a name in the global scope. In 2018, she garnered international recognition

Danny Barcelona – Speed Redefined

Danny Barcelona was a native Hawaiian. He was born on July 23, 1929, in Waipahu, Honolulu, Hawaii, and passed away on April 1, 2007, having served his time as one of the best jazz drummers

Manolo Badrena – Drum Diversity and Speed

Born on March 17, 1957, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Manolo Badrena is one of the most influential percussionists the world has ever known. He is mostly recognized for his gig with Weather Report, where

Drumming Movies: The Complete List of the Best Drum Movies About Drummers or With a Drummer

It is challenging to find the best drumming movies for drum fanatics with a single internet search. Well, this is the Zero to Drum comprehensive listing of all the greatest drumming movies ever made, but

Pocket Queen – A Real Stick Queen

Taylor Gordon, aka Pocket Queen, is one of the few contemporary drummers. The drummer has played with various household names like Beyonce, Fifth Harmony, Michelle Williams, and Daya. She has significantly gained numerous followers through

Charly Antolini – Fire in Drums

Charly Antolini was born on May 24, 1937, in Zurich. He is a Swiss drummer who has been playing the instruments for many years, and hence, a vast experience. Antolini started his music career when

Scott Amendola – Most Ambitious Drummer

Scott Amendola looks at a drum kit as a musical portal. To him, it’s not just a musical instrument but something more. He has established his career as an ambitious composer, a savvy bandleader, and

Carla Azar – Drumming Beyond Drums

Carla Azar is a fantastic American Drummer from Alabama. Over the years, she has built a well-curated professional career in various niche fields. She is a member of the band Autolux and well-versed in playing

Tommy Aldridge – A Self-taught Drum Genius

There are very few drummers who taught themselves the art and have succeeded immensely. Tommy Aldridge is one of them. He did not have the luxury of affording a private teacher and was not even

Mel Taylor – The Jazz King

Mel Taylor was one of the few drummers who have made their name through their dedication to improving the music industry. As the first child of Grace and Laurance Taylor, Mel was born on September

Jess Bowen – Most Innovative Stickwoman

Jess Bowen has curated her professional career as a rising musician and drummer. She boasts as one of the leading shining examples for female drummers. Jess Bowen is recognized for playing a fundamental role in the

Jon Bermuda Schwartz – Best Among the Best

If there is any list of the best drummers in the world, Jon “Bermuda” Schwartz will be among them. He has been a drummer for “Weird AL” Yankovic for many years. He joined the group in

Louie Bellson – Drummer, Producer, Recorder, Educator!

There have been great drummers globally, but none has received such great recognition as the “BIG THREE,” Louie Bellson, Gene Krupa, and Buddy Rich. Duke Ellington recognized Bellson as one of the greatest drummers in

Lori Peters – Telling Stories Through Drums

Lori Peters is a native of Kenosha and was born in November 1973. She is presently the drummer of Skillet which she began immediately after releasing Invincible (2000). While in secondary school, she participated in

Rashied Ali – Multidirectional Rhythms/Polytonal Percussion Guru

The multidirectional rhythms/polytonal percussion realm remembers Rashied Ali as its progenitor. He was the leading exponent of the style, and his work has remained one of the most admired across the globe. Rashied learned his