The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Playin' for Jimi

In 1966, the Jimi Hendrix Experience needed a new drummer. Mitchell and Aynsley Dunbar flipped a coin, and Mitchell won the toss. Because of him, the Jimi Hendrix experience branched down an improvisational route. 

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The More You Know

  • Elvis was originally blonde. He started dying his hair black for an edgier look.
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  • Travis Barker told CBS Local that his first ever hero was Animal from The Muppets, crediting the character as his inspiration to pursue drumming.
  • Ringo Starr was the original narrator for the UK version of Thomas the Tank Engine.
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