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In the resonant heartbeat of the music world, drummers stand as the unsung heroes, the silent architects of emotion, and the driving pulse that breathes life into every composition. As the curtain falls on 2023, we take a moment to pay homage to the rhythmic maestros we bid farewell to during the year. These weren’t just drummers; they were visionaries, educators, inventors – sculptors of sound who etched an indelible mark on the sonic landscape.
In the grand tapestry of music, drummers often find themselves relegated to the background, their craft overshadowed by the spotlight on lead singers and guitarists. However, in their departure, we uncover stories of educators who nurtured the next generation of beat keepers, inventors who pushed the boundaries of percussive possibilities, and inspirational figures who propelled the artform forward.
Many of the departed drummers were not only virtuosos in their craft but also dedicated educators who imparted their knowledge and passion to aspiring musicians. Through countless hours spent in rehearsal spaces and classrooms, they became the guiding lights for the next wave of percussionists, passing down not just the technicalities of drumming but the essence of rhythm as an art form.
The legacy of these drummers extends beyond the stage; they were inventors who pushed the boundaries of what was possible with a drum kit. Through experimentation with new sounds, unconventional techniques, and the incorporation of cutting-edge technology, they sculpted sonic landscapes that were not only groundbreaking but also future-defining.
More than just musicians, these departed drummers were pioneers who carved a path for the evolution of music itself. Their beats were not just rhythms; they were statements, expressions of emotion that resonated with audiences on a profound level. In their departure, we find inspiration to carry the torch forward, to explore new frontiers and redefine the very essence of musical expression.
As we reflect on the drummers we lost in 2023, let us not succumb to mourning, but instead, let us celebrate the rhythms they imprinted into the fabric of musical history. The beats may have faded from the stage, but the echoes of their drumming will forever resonate in the hearts and souls of music lovers worldwide. The drumming community may have lost some of its brightest stars, but their legacies will endure, inspiring and shaping the future of music for generations to come.
Kirk Arrington (January 23rd, 1962 – May 22nd, 2023) – 61 – Metal Church
Robbie Bachman (February 18th, 1953 – January 12th, 2023) – 70 – Drummer Of Bachman-Turner Overdrive
Michael Baker (October 7th, 1957 – July 9th, 2023) – 66 – Drummer, Former Whitney Houston’s Music Director
Russell Batiste Jr.’s (December 12th, 1965 – September 30th, 2023) – 57 – the Meters, the Funky Meters, George Porter Jr
Jeremy Berman (April 17th, 1978 – January 9, 2023rd) – 45 – Q Drum Co., Orange County Drum & Percussion
Chris Brooks (July 18th, 1957 – October 11th, 2023) – 66 – Co-Founder Of Row-Loff Productions
George “Funky” Brown (January 5th, 1949 – November 17th, 2023) – 74 – Kool & The Gang
Colin Burgess (November 16th, 1946 – December 15th, 2023) – 77 – Masters Apprentices, Original Drummer of AC/DC.
Joe Calato (March 20th, 1921 – September. 1st, 2023) – 102 – RegalTip, Inventor of The Plastic Tip
Drey Davis (July 14th, 1994 – October 14th, 2023) – 29 – Allen Stone, Spokane Jazz Orchestra, Alex Acuna, Snarky Puppy
Dom Famularo (August 26th, 1953 – September 27th, 2023) – 70 – Drumming’s Global Ambassador
Ordy Garrison (July 27th, 1964 – July 4th, 2023) – 59 – Woven Hand
Bob Gatzen (March 23rd, 1949 – December 29th, 2023) – 74 – Drummer, Inventor, Industry Veteran
Jeremiah Green (March 4th, 1977 – December 31st, 2022) – 45 – Modest Mouse Drummer
Jim Gordon (July 14th, 1945 – March 13th, 2023) – 78 – Wrecking Crew, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Tom Petty
Yotam Haim – 28 (Died December 15th, 2023) – Abducted to Gaza on Oct. 7 and mistakenly killed by IDF fire after 70 days in captivity, was the drummer for metalcore newcomers Persephore.
Josua Madsen (January 19th, 1979 – March 8th, 2023) – 44 – Artillery
Peter Magadini (January 25th, 1942 – August 13th, 2023) – 81 – Educator, Diana Ross, George Duke, Bobbie Gentry, Chet Baker, Al Jarreau
John Marshall (August 28th, 1941 – September 16th, 2023) – 82 – Nucleus, Soft Machine
Colin Middlebrough (January 10th, 1940 – October 6th, 2023) – 83 – Merseybeat
Butch Miles (July 4th, 1944 – February 2nd, 2023) – 79 – Jazz Drumming Great
Mark Nelson (April 4TH, 1955 – October 17TH, 2023) – 68 – Industry Veteran, Guitar Center, Kaman, DW
Tony Oxley (June 5, 1938 – December 26, 2023) – 85 – Avant-Garde Jazz and Free Improvisation Percussionist
William Lee Rauch (September 10th, 1964 – June 23rd, 2023) – 58 – Megadeth
Steve Riley (January 22nd, 1956 – October 24th, 2023) – 67 – Drummer For WASP and L.A. Guns
John Rowan (Blackie Onassis) (August 27th, 1965 – June 13th, 2023) – 57 – Urge Overkill
Cayle Sain (December 24th, 1991 – December 10th, 2023) – 31 – Twitching Tongues, Ghostemane
Floyd Sneed (November 22nd, 1942 – January 27th, 2023) – 80 – Three Dog Night
Aaron Spears (October 26th, 1976 – October 30th, 2023) – 47 – Grammy-nominated drummer who played with Usher, Ariana Grande and many other major pop stars
Yukihiro Takahashi (June 6th, 1952 – January 11th, 2023) – 71 – Yellow Magic Orchestra
Teresa Taylor (November 10th, 1962 – June 18th, 2023) – 61 – Butthole Surfers
Freddie White (January 13th, 1955 – January 1st, 2023) – 67 – Earth, Wind And Fire Drummer
Gary Young (May 3rd, 1953 – August 17th, 2023) – 70 – Pavement’s Original Drummer
Peter Zeldman (March 5th, 1958 – February 28th, 2023) – A Pioneer Of Multiple Pedal Orchestrations
