The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Timing, Practice, and Flair

Peart got famous because of his propensity to lose his sense of timing. However, he was meticulous and practiced, so he was able to work his sloppiness into Rush's songs and merge them seamlessly. So, if you catch Peart dropping a beat here and there, just be aware that he definitely knows about it. 

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The More You Know

  • None of The Beatles could actually read music.
  • While on tour with Led Zeppelin, Jimmy Page dated a 14-year-old girl. Try getting away with that today.
  • David Bowie's eyes weren't actually two different colours.
  • The Doors were the first to advertise a new album on a billboard.
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