The Greatest Drummers of All Time

Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers)

The perfect rhythmic match for Flea to play off of, Smith crushed every song he’s showed up on. One could say that Chad Smith has “hard feelings” for his drums, meaning that he absolutely punishes his kit and body for his craft. Flea kept Smith around for his “mighty power and great vibes.”

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