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50 greatest drummers of all time: part 2

In pictures: a countdown of the very best

Rhythm Magazine, Thu 5 Nov 2009, 3:38 pm UTC

Why is he great?

Not so much playing for the song as being part of it, Ringo’s beats were integral to The Beatles’ music, particularly on the White Album.

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“Because he plays what’s perfect for the song, and there’s no greater ability for a drummer to master. Long may he shine!” (Bob Green, Macclesfield)

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The Beatles – The Beatles (White Album) (1968)
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  • Maxwell MannStill my hero, Mitch, to me, was the creator of fusion drumming, combining Rock and Jazz before the term was ever coined.
  • FcMc Roald Van Baarlendisagree with some but overall good list.
  • Travis ColonThis list is terrible. What a waste of time.
  • Sam Grodenthis list sucks gadd is top3 easily.

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