John Henry Bonham
May 31, 1948 - September 25, 1980
Known for speed, power, fast single-footed kick drumming, and distinctive sound
Genres considered - Hard Rock, Blues Rock, Folk Rock, Heavy Metal
Considered one of the greatest and most influential drummers in history
Influenced such drummers as Roger Taylor (Queen), Dave Grohl, Neil Peart, Chad Smith, Phil Collins, and others
The members of Led Zeppelin mutually agreed to break up in honor of John Bonham's sudden death.
Following Led Zeppelin's 1969 concert tours, John Bonham's drum kit expanded to include congas and a gong, to name a few.
Posthumously inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Led Zeppelin in 1995
No. 1 on Rolling Stone's 100 Greatest Drummers of All Time (2016)
Named the greatest rock 'n' roll drummer in history - Modern Drummer
Named the best drummer of all time - Los Angeles Times
No. 1 on Classic Rock's 50 Greatest Drummers in Rock (2005)
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