Most people think a drummer is a background musician—basically just there to keep the beat for the singer and guitarist. But the drummer in a rock band is key to a band’s success. History has shown us ...

Although it’s not easy to replace a band member, these pop-punk bands have had to make the decision of finding new drummers. Each of them has faced this challenge at various points in their careers, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Who legend Pete Townshend gives Zak Starkey a hug - Posted by Zak on Instagram The Who frontman Roger Daltrey abruptly stopped ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A legendary band is mourning its “irreplaceable” drummer, who has died at age 70. Rob Hirst, drummer for Australian rock legends ...

The Petoskey Steel Drum Band will represent Michigan on the national stage when they perform at the Salute to Independence ...

Over the last six weeks, eight rock and metal bands have split with their drummer. One legendary group even fired the same drummer twice. Dream Theater's Mike Portnoy even acknowledged the recent ...

John Bonham holds a "Bonzo tie" for the greatest drum intro ever. Discover why 'When The Levee Breaks' and 'Rock and Roll' ...

SEATTLE — Pearl Jam drummer Matt Cameron said Monday that he’s leaving the band after nearly 30 years. The 62-year-old Cameron announced his departure in a social media post. “After 27 fantastic years ...

The Pogues drummer Andrew Ranken has died. He was 72. The British Celtic punk band confirmed Ranken passed away Feb. 10. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Andrew Ranken, drummer ...