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Evelyn Glennie

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A virtuoso solo percussionist who performs internationally despite being profoundly deaf.

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Sheila E.

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Worked with Prince, Ringo Starr, and on her solo albums. Recognized for her charismatic stage presence.

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Buddy Rich

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Lead his own big bands and is regarded as one of the greatest drummers of all time for his speed and power.

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Elvin Jones

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A key member of the John Coltrane Quartet and influential in the evolution of jazz drumming.

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Neil Peart

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Notable performances with Rush, known for his technical proficiency and live solos.

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Zakir Hussain

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Master of the tabla and influential in bringing the classical music of India to the international stage.

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Tito Puente

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Known as the 'King of Latin Music', he contributed to Latin jazz and mambo with hits like 'Oye Como Va'.

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Mickey Hart

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Performed with The Grateful Dead and is known for his interest in ethnomusicology and world music rhythms.

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Airto Moreira

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Played with Miles Davis and Weather Report, essential in the introduction of Latin and Brazilian elements to jazz fusion.

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Roy Haynes

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Legendary jazz drummer who played with a vast number of jazz greats, recognized for his influence across many jazz generations.

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Babatunde Olatunji

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His album 'Drums of Passion' is a landmark in world music, bringing West African music to Western audiences.

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Trilok Gurtu

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Highly regarded for his blending of Indian music with jazz fusion, and for his unique and eclectic playing style.

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Chad Smith

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Member of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, he is recognized for his musicality and powerful rock drumming.

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Ginger Baker

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Drummer for Cream and Blind Faith, renowned for his work in rock music and his pioneering use of double bass drums.

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Max Roach

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Influential bebop drummer, worked with Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, and was an advocate for civil rights.

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Danny Carey

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Renowned for his polyrhythmic playing for the progressive metal band Tool and for his interest in occult and geometrical symbolism.

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Jojo Mayer

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Notable for his work with Nerve and his mastery of drum 'n' bass and jungle electronic music styles on acoustic drums.

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Stewart Copeland

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Drummer for The Police, known for his distinctive reggae-influenced drumming style.

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Bill Bruford

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Played with Yes and King Crimson, known for his innovative rock drumming and use of electronic drums.

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Dave Weckl

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Known for his technical skills, work with the Chick Corea Elektric Band, and as a clinician and solo artist.

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Billy Cobham

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Pioneering jazz fusion drummer known for his time with the Mahavishnu Orchestra and his powerful, complex style of drumming.

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Manu Katché

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Worked with Peter Gabriel and Sting, known for his session work and distinctive composition in pop and world music.

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Steve Gadd

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Session drummer extraordinaire, played with Paul Simon, Steely Dan, and many more, known for his tasteful grooves and technique.

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Karl Perazzo

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Long-time percussionist for Santana, known for his dynamic stage performances and contributions to Latin rock.

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Terry Bozzio

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Known for his work with Frank Zappa and Missing Persons, as well as his massive drum set and polyrhythmic style.

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Tony Allen

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Associated with Fela Kuti and Afrobeats, recognized for his unique groove and influence on African popular music.

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Questlove

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Drummer for The Roots, also known for his production work and his role on 'The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon'.

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Vinnie Colaiuta

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Worked with Frank Zappa, Sting, and Jeff Beck, and is known for his incredible versatility and technical mastery.

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Gene Krupa

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Big Band era icon, known for his energetic style and drum battles with Buddy Rich.

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