The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers)

The perfect rhythmic match for Flea to play off of, Smith crushed every song he’s showed upon. One could say that Chad Smith has “hard feelings” for his drums, meaning that he absolutely punishes his kit and body for his craft. Flea kept Smith around for his “mighty power and great vibes.” Plus, he was the one who brought the reggae influence to the Peppers.

Jim Gordon

A world-renowned session drummer. Present on the Beach Boys Pet Sounds, Eric Clapton then recruited Gordon to form Derek and the Dominoes. Gordon recorded with Randy Newman and Steely Dan and even made one of the most sampled hip-hop drum beats of all time. Also, he kind of lost his mind and killed his mother in '83. So, great talent brings great madness. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.