The Greatest Drummers of All Time

Kenny Aronoff (John Mellencamp)

Aronoff made his presence known by being the “hard basher” in John Mellencamp’s band from 1980-96. He has worked with the Rolling Stones, Springsteen, Bob Dylan, Neil Diamond, Eric Clapton, Sting, the Smashing Pumpkins, and even Lady Gaga.

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