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Drums are one of the oldest and most essential instruments in music, providing rhythm, dynamics and energy across countless genres.
From the earliest percussion instruments to the modern drum kit, drums have shaped the evolution of rock, jazz, blues, funk, soul, hip-hop, metal, electronic music and beyond. Legendary drummers such as John Bonham, Keith Moon, Neil Peart, Ginger Baker, Charlie Watts, Ringo Starr, Stewart Copeland and Questlove have redefined what the instrument can achieve, while innovations in technique and production continue to influence contemporary music.
Whether driving a band’s rhythm section or taking centre stage in virtuosic performances, drums remain the heartbeat of modern music.
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Drums are percussion instruments designed to create rhythm and tempo, ranging from individual drums and hand percussion to the modern drum kit used across popular music.
Among the most influential drummers are John Bonham, Neil Peart, Keith Moon, Ginger Baker, Ringo Starr, Charlie Watts, Stewart Copeland, Buddy Rich, Max Roach and Questlove.
Drums provide the rhythmic foundation of a song, shaping its tempo, groove and dynamics while helping define the sound and feel of virtually every style of modern music.