The Most Influential Drummers of All Time

Dave Garibaldi (Tower of Power)

An adventurous and scholarly drummer, Garibaldi fearlessly assumed the rhythm section role in TOP. Tower of Power was one of the most innovative bands in the early '70s, and their influence spread the foundation of what we assume pop music should sound like today. 

Kashikura Takashi (toe)

Takashi’s live performance is absolutely chilling. Japanese math rock is a hyper slept-on genre in the consideration of the best drummers of all time. Takashi plays emotively, and sometimes has outbursts on stage, sometimes screaming and throwing sticks, sometimes bursting into tears while playing a particularly beautiful piece. Do yourself a favor and listen to toe asap.

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.