The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Starting Them Young

By the age of 15, Buddy Rich was one of the highest-paid drummers in the entire world. He stayed committed to his art as the industry began to change around him. He was just as versatile as a drummer as he was curious about the forward direction of music. 

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The More You Know

  • Creedence Clearwater Revival has the most No. 2 Billboard hits—without ever hitting No. 1.
  • “Happy Birthday” was the first song ever played on Mars. Mars Rover Curiosity played the song to itself on its first anniversary on the planet.
  • Elvis was originally blonde. He started dying his hair black for an edgier look.
  • According to the Guinness Book World Records, Queen has the longest- running fan club of all time.
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