BEST DRUM SOLO EVER GINGER BAKER

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[@andrewbeale3385]

Just received an update that Ginger had passed away. "Dad who was he?" After an hour of lecturing with words used such as "greatest drummer ever" and "rythm genius" and "listened to him in the porch of the Albert Hall as they wouldn't let anymore in" I did some fact checking. Not disappointed. Rock on into Legend. Your like won't be seen again.

[@JosephCompnotta]

There is a great band in Heaven!

[@451hist]

Well said. Ginger was a unique talent.

[@MarcelaJimenezojodepez]

Rest in peace Ginger Baker

[@lisacrosby9487]

I think I was in about 6th grade, when my brother took my Monkees album off our turntable, and replaced it with Fresh Cream. "Listen to this", he says. When I could finally find my voice I said "Who are these guys?! Can I have this album?! .THIS is real Rock?! When can we SEE them?!" Music was never the same for me. I must have thanked my brother a thousand times through the years. Do yourself a favor and listen to some of his interviews. He was freaking hilarious. A true original, playing drums better than anyone, with the best Bass player who ever lived, and some other little known Lead Guitarist, Eric Something....

[@lisacrosby9487]

@@renweb1332 And the best Bass player who ever lived, his old bandmate, Jack Bruce. GOD PLEASE DON'T TAKE CLAPTON. I'M NOT READY. RIP, Ginger, you wacky genius.

[@ballen-bs6if]

Saw him in central Park in 1972. Never went to church again.

[@noname.___]

Lol

[@lestrum]

I was there too. Believe Buddy Miles opened.

[@ferdinandwang1165]

I myself stopped going to church in 1992 :).

[@barnesen]

HAHA

[@gramgodx9536]

Fuck church! Well done. Great talent

[@tonephillips3898]

Saw Cream live in Bristol in 1966.A night I will never forget.

[@corvus1374]

RIP, Ginger. He always insisted he was a jazz drummer, not a rock drummer.

[@frankburdodrums8984]

Well he was using the ride cymbal.

[@davidpfeifer9489]

Frank Burdo the paradidles and rudiments/time signatures he uses are jazz. He never really does 2/4

[@peacetree5000]

Indeed he did,I'd say a jazz/African drummer..

[@leeleeturn]

That was awesome. Who is the best, him or John Bonham? (from somebody who knows nothing about drums or drummers)

[@emanhacker]

leeleeturn John bonham was a freak of nature. Ginger baker was awesome but bonzo was God.

[@JD-rh9xz]

It’s hard to believe that he was drumming like this in the 60’s. He was one of a kind

[@JD-rh9xz]

@Michael Holliston yeah definitely but Ginger brought the heavy rock to Drumming

[@michaelsanborn173]

The best ever!

[@hershysquirts187]

Ginger when he was young. Holy shit what a power house.

[@Grathom15]

greatest white drummer of all time

[@sullykls1]

G now why bring race into this lol greatest drummers of all time bonham baker and krupa

[@DropkickNation]

@@sullykls1 Bonham wasnt better than Baker.

[@bernhardtsen74]

@@DropkickNation nodoby can come close jazz influensed players!its the drumstrick coming back to the rythm thats just bind them together!and its damn hot!I keep thinking listening to these players, how did they get that little high hat hit in during the middle!as if they had 4 hands instead of 2!

[@steveh7418]

@@DropkickNation Bonham was lightyears better. Bonham took what he learned from the jazz and big band guys and did his own thing. Baker wanted to be in the same league as Krupa, Rich, Roach and Morello but he wasnt close. That tom work on sunshine of your love is one of the most annoying passages ever recorded, Bonham never recorded anything nearly as distasteful. To each their own but its not even close for me.

[@cliffordamey4822]

It sounds like a locomotive engine and I mean that with greatest of respect. RIP Mr. Baker

[@saw980]

1969 - I was in 9th grade in the south. My sister was at college in New England. She brought a Cream album home to me and said, "this is what you should be listening to."

[@lisacrosby9487]

OMG I'm from New England, and was 13 in 1969. My older brother walked in the house with a Cream album and said the same exact thing! That's so cool!

[@elvisparker4691]

God Rest His Soul Ginger Baker. This solo is indicative of How Great he was. Another Super Elite Musician Gone. I believe he's on most Top 10 Drummer Lists. Rightfully so.

[@sludgejudge19]

he better be

[@TipeONegatyve]

R.I.P. GINGER! You're forever an important piece of musical history.

[@Max-dr6rz]

As George Harrison says, all things must pass. Don't let this be a sad time, be happy he lived!

[@PhaseConverterampV]

Swing time metal stud. You gotta give props to the African motif. Amazing solo for a 60’s. Ginger was a pioneer.

[@usefulvidiots7869]

The devils gonna have his hands full tonight. RIP Mr. Baker.

[@aaronvanauken9706]

Oh yes sir! Well put brother.

[@ChippingAround]

You can practice and hone your skills but talent like that is God given and Ginger had it in spades! Generations will be inspired and influenced by you. You were a madman, absolutly captivating and a now a legend. Hope you beat your drums in peace forever.

[@damon9408]

Ginger had the double bass drum thing going, big time. Very much a musician & overall drummer. Moonie could never do this.

[@metalmacabre9991]

Doesn't mean moonie wasn't a good drummer. Every artist is different. I'm not a big moonie fan, as a drummer myself, but that doesn't mean I don't acknowledge his talent.

[@biged680]

i dont think bonham could do some of the things ginger did either

[@elbuchito2907]

​@@biged680 He did and with one kick drum and one pedal. Both are my favorite and greatest of all in rock.

[@antonchigurh3794]

As a drummer , it's fascinating to hear the similarities between Ginger and Bonham. Birds of a feather. Same influences , different approach. I love it.

[@clu4u]

Ginger didn’t think much of Bonham or Moon, saying ‘It don’t mean a thing if it ain’t got that swing.’

[@robertoricci3393]

Actually Bonham was heavily influenced by Baker. Baker started the standard rock drum solo.

[@ajjy1110]

​@@robertoricci3393 except he wasn't

[@robertoricci3393]

@@ajjy1110 he was actually. Ginger was a model for the late 60's- early 70's British rock drummers. Bonham himself said that.

[@JazzedJohnson]

The most amazing thing is how naturally this percussive melody flows , as if drumming is as intrinsic as breathing for Ginger-like Elvin Jones or Finnish drummer Edward Versala. Energy, power, PRECISION.

[@ask-televisionmartingremme9253]

Baker was the first guy who went to Nigeria playing music with Fela Kuti. That was something. Ginger Baker realised what is African music. He even had a studio in Lagos.

[@TheDrummerman1951]

His foot work on the double kick is amazing love it

[@TheDman216]

2 sizes of bass drums too

[@DoofsterDan]

TheDrummerman1951 ; I was watching his hands wondering what was going on with that...then realized--those rapid fire beats are from foot pedals!!

[@laurieaylmore7676]

RIP. The greatest drummer ever Ginger Baker .

[@TonyDAnnunzio]

Keith moon

[@argentsilver928]

@@TonyDAnnunzioBonham

[@ottowes]

Ginger is the real deal, no doubt about it. I also like Mitch Mitchell (RIP) and Carl Palmer. There are tons of great drummers out there, but to be able to play like this is an extraordinary gift, a rare one.

[@TheDman216]

chk out Love - August .. Their drummer George suranovich was going to replace mitch mitchell of the Jimmy Hendrix experience at one point// that guy was lighting fast on a drum kit

[@reds7vn644]

This doesn't compare to Moby Dick. Ginger for his error was a good drummer. But when buddy himself says he was a hat kind of speaks volumes. He couldn't keep up with Bonzo. And don't even try to argue that evident in the way he plays. Baker played your typical drummer position he played with the bass player or he played as a drummer. Bonzo played with the guitar and that is what really put him on another level. Peart would embarrass Ginger.

[@GreenGartside1989]

Baker was way better than Bonzo. He was a jazz man through and through. Bonzo was great but Baker was absolutely better

[@steveh7418]

@@GreenGartside1989 No he wasnt. He wanted to be a jazz great but he wasnt. Hell of a player but nowhere near his idols. Bonham wrote more interesting dynamic parts.

[@GreenGartside1989]

Sorry but that’s not accurate. Baker was a jazz man and anyone who truly understands drumming will know Bonham was simply not on Baker’s level. Bonzo was great for what he was...a powerhouse straight ahead Rock drummer. One of my all time favorites but not in Baker’s league.

[@mikesgarage18]

He paints pictures with the drums... So inspiring.

[@nopretribrapture2318]

Rip😢 hope you made it to HEAVEN. Much love and admiration,for your inspiration, GOD BLESS,from a fellow drummeress 👍

[@wrinkleneckbass]

It's amazing how you can hear the influence he had on future drummers, including guys like Bonham and the great Neil Peart.

[@bigbreadeaterellis]

wrinkleneckbass great Neil Peart?

[@JC-vj4ln]

wrinkleneckbass : Lol, by this time Bonham was already a drummer in form, he had already learned all about the instrument. The two were contemporaries, he does not owe anything to Baker.

[@robertwood4681]

Bonham was 9 years younger than Baker who was playing with The Graham Bond Organisation long before Bonham came on the scene. Bonham idolised Baker.

[@reginaldsaleem8570]

One of the TRUE kings of the drum solo. ✌🏾❤ Ginger Baker! True jazz Drummer !

[@thomasfrontcakas5999]

I was in 5th grade and taking drum lessons for around two years when I first heard of Ginger. After convincing my mother I needed two bass drums I started listening and tried playing some of his solos. Once I could do small portions of his music my drum teacher told my mother she was wasting her money because I had passed up his level of teaching

[@Daniel79450]

You should of listened to your teacher. Check out Peter Shrieve of Santana'. Soul Sacrifice and especially live at Tanglewood. He's playing a lot of 1 base still snare, 1 took, a floor Tom a ride, and a crash ± a hi hat watch him play and see what you don't need of you a master jazz drummer. Lovely to have a vast range of stuff but unnecessary of you can really play. Check extend version of soul Sacrifice ät Woodstock better still Tanglewood gig. People with big flash kiss are usually just making their lack of real ability . All for choosy & boo knickers . As you'll find out one day maybe. If your meant to.

[@thomasfrontcakas5999]

Yeah Ginger is on a completely different level than the drummer from Santana. Baker is playing double bass and independent from Hands to his kicks. You can hear John Bonham in this solo many times.

[@bentnosewp]

Most innovative jazz member of a rock band in terms of percussion. Amazing. RIP Mr. Baker.

[@rkleblanc1]

I like how you worded that.

[@geoffreyjonathanwilson5826]

Rest in peace Ginger. You were an amazing drummer in my opinion. One of the greatest to ever live I think.I am sure your legacy will live on until earth ceases to exist.

[@stephenesposito6886]

I was very lucky to have seen him live in 1967 in NYC...Greenwich Village...Cafe Au Go Go...It was a night I will never ever forget...He and Jack and Eric made music history in that small club!!

[@brianbreslin5390]

RIP TO ANOTHER LEGEND ONE OF THE GREATEST DRUMMERS OF ALL TIME.

[@robinnguyen3102]

What is special about this era of drummer likes Mr Baker here is what all that drumming skill plus the velocity can withstand that long solo it's amazing this new generation of drummer now day shut bow down rest in peace Ginger .

[@luannekin]

RIP Rock on into Legend. You & John Bonham are playin 2gather in heaven !

[@christopherchoma7313]

one year later and GB is still the Best Drummer ever to swivel on that stool !

[@totalincomesolutions]

BEST DRUM SOLO EVER!!! ... and I listened to all the greats. NOBODY has ever crated such THUNDER behind the drum kits as GINGER did here. What a STUNNING MASTERY this performance was... He had such rare "TIME & RHYTHM" of which 99.9% of the drummers who ever existed never possessed!

[@jamessilberschlag1705]

But then, Bonzo cited Ginger as one of his inspirations. Both differently focused, with different bands and different music, both VERY talented musicians surrounded by other talented musicians. Then Bonzo drank himself to death at far too young an age, and Ginger just took a lifetime slowly killing himself with heroin. Brilliant drummers both, both sucked at living...

[@lisacrosby9487]

Im not sure what I dug more, his drumming or his interviews, Dude was a flippin riot. This is the first rock band I was turned onto while I was still listening to the Monkees and Herman"s Hermits. My life was never the same.Remember when he had a heart episode and fell off during one of these solos? EPIC. RIP, Ginger, best drummer ever,. RIP, Jack, who played the best bass guitar. Sad day.

[@rolandbennett5904]

For you naysayers, Ginger Baker was classic in the scene of the early 60's and 70's. No one was like him at this time, and his influence is still felt today. He was self-taught as a drummer. He used to bang on whatever to amuse his friends while another band was playing. He got his chance to play for real when for the first time he stepped behind a Ludwig drum kit and did an impromptu audition on a dare. He got the job and beat out a seasoned drummer. The rest is history.

[@lestrum]

Mostly self taught but did have lessons with the legendary English jazzer Phil Seamon.

[@Steelers72]

hear tons of jazz influence especially from Blakey. Baker takes it to another level with double bass kicks. No one in the rock world can match Ginger then or now.

[@zivkovicable]

He's not fit to tie Art Blakeys shoelaces. These days there are drummers who would destroy him. You need to get out more.

[@camronbay1]

zivkovicable Shut the hell up name a drummer today that even comes close to Ginger Baker.

[@steveh7418]

@@camronbay1 All of them. Ginger doing a half assed impression of aforementioned jazz greats is not nearly as impressive as all you boomers want it to be. For jazz chops ill watch the real deal, Ginger never had the finesse, fluidity or taste to play on that level. His repulsive personality is very evident in his playing.

[@GreenGartside1989]

A lot of folks here truly ignorant of how good Baker truly is. When you resort to judging his talent based on personality traits, you’re credibility is zero

[@steveh7418]

@@GreenGartside1989 Do you even play haha? With any masterful musician their personality shines through for better or worse. Baker comes through in spades but i guess alot of folks are easily duped by recycled jazz chops.

[@johnconnor3199]

RIP Ginger B, Heaven is the place for thee! The best jazz guitarist ever!

[@skratkat3271]

Genius. Just a frigging genius. This is beyond comprehension and seemingly humanly impossible. Rock on, Ginger.

[@elvisparker4691]

I guess they were called CREAM for a Good Reason. 3 Top 10 Musicians in One band, just like RUSH.

[@ferdinandwang1165]

Don't forget the Police and Motorhead, when went from a quartet to a trio. Are Primus any good? May check them out.

[@elvisparker4691]

@@ferdinandwang1165 - The Police and Motorhead are very good Trios...

[@olivierhoule3122]

Led Zeppelin had Page and Bonham

[@alex-ee4uo]

Olivier Houle jones is also slept on.

[@A09ZAZO8]

Ginger Baker! Definitely the best of them all. 🥁❤️👍

[@timothya.olmeda7299]

A drummers drummer. One of the drum gods. Rest well Ginger Baker.

[@stanaucott5045]

Never has a group been so aptly named... High as kites at this point in their lives and yet their sounds were unbelievable ...

[@glbassman6338]

I hear so much of Ginger in John Bonham’s solos. I think Ginger definitely influenced him.

[@woozycoot]

I think I remember something where Ginger spoke about Bonham and said, “He couldn’t time his way out of a nut sac.”

[@biged680]

@@woozycoot he did in Beware of Mr Baker. If you haven’t seen the full documentary, you should check it out

[@ninamartin8852]

R I P Ginger Baker Gone but Never will be Forgotten

[@laurentgoldstein1537]

Amazing drum solo, so powerful and possessed almost ... in a class of its own, like Christian Vander, Tony Williams and Elvin Jones.

[@fepatton]

I first read about Ginger Baker in the 70s in Modern Drummer magazine, but never really got to hear much of him until much later. However, I had no idea he was capable of doing this! Lot of jazz influence in this solo. Awesome!

[@atz123ify]

i watched this video one time a while back and when the madness finally ended my mind was too blown to actually process what i'd just viewed. Fast forward to now, this solo had been on my mind so i found the video again and after seeing it again, i still and awestruck by gingers performance here and left feeling that it was time well spent watching this over again because it seemed even better this time around than i had remembered! I may have to start my days out by watching this spectacle every morning

[@WHUFC71]

RIP Ginger Taylor. You are and always will be one of the greatest drummers Britain has ever produced!!

[@the_Harbinger_666]

Rest in pieces....the best drummer that ever walked the earth......

[@ally11488]

Ehhhh, no. Buddy Rich Steve Gadd Dave Weckl Jeff Porcaro Neil Peart John Bonham Chad Wackerman I put those guys above baker any day.

[@the_Harbinger_666]

And of course, that's your prerogative...... 😎

[@sanjaygandhi7962]

I see why Stewart Copeland named Ginger Baker one of his favorite drummers. Nice style!

[@christopherchoma7313]

The peak of the percussive world,master Baker!

[@jamesfirth2392]

sounds like two drummers towards the end. fantastic powerhouse drumming. i think he's creating a drum roll effect with two bass drum, so brilliant footwork. No wonder this band stormed the world

[@skeptical4446]

RIP to this crazy, talented, misunderstood Legend.

[@johnallen2771]

I saw Cream play at the Whiskey in 1966. Eric and Jack were fantastic but you couldn't take your eyes off Ginger. He absolutely thundered in that small venue. How he managed to survive 20 years addicted to heroin and still play so brilliantly is beyond me. If you haven't watched it, check out "Beware Mr. Baker." That gives you a little insight into Ginger. Also, the 3 day reunion concert they gave in 2006 at Prince Albert Hall is earth-shattering. He lived for one thing: playing the drums. He screwed over practically everybody he came across, including his own kids and wife, and didn't give a shit. He was focused on drumming and that's it. He scoffed at the idea that he was a rock drummer. He was a jazz drummer and he always said so.

[@pilsnrimgaard2507]

Ginger might not have been the most cordial kind of guy, but he could play them drums! RIP Ginger and try not to piss off the man upstairs eh.

[@debutch7777]

I normally find drum solos excruciatingly boring but Baker has an energy here that captivates me. It is almost one of a possessed power. R.I.P.

[@magneto7930]

Great drum solo, but I believe the camera crew were hung later on.

[@calvinvreman]

Theres something about his playing style and hi African influences that brings out such a deep primal feeling

[@jacktheripoff1888]

It REALLY pisses me off when I'd see an interview with Buddy Rich from the 60's and he'd go on about how no drummers from the 60's rock era had any skills.

[@mrgoggles1963]

It may have pissed you off, but the truth hurts. Compare any video of any drummer, Ginger Baker included, to any Buddy Rich video and that will be the proof. I come to this comment as a scholar and not a dumbass with an opinion like you. (45 years professional drummer, session drummer, instructor).

[@vladdrakul7851]

@@mrgoggles1963 So another clueless pro asshole with an attitude. Arrogance and ignorance of the creative act will get you nowhere. Technique assholes really don't get it do they?? Skills are just that. Like having more colors.Sure its great but CANNOT replace CREATIVITY and INSIGHT! Talent shows off technique. Genius CREATES it!! IDIOT from an actually creative musician who composes and jams!

[@GreenGartside1989]

@PRO S. 800 - You didn’t come to this comment as a scholar....you came as an arrogant idiot

[@lestrum]

@@mrgoggles1963 many rock drummers of the 60's particularly the early part weren't overly talented. A few probably did possess some chops but the music they were requested to play didn't require advanced technical skill.Ok, Buddy gets the nod in technique. But given your knowledge and experience, can you honestly say after watching this that Ginger wasn't exceptional? And like the other person who responded to you, I don't think technique is everything. Ginger said a lot through his drumming. Was something new at the time. Many, including jazz pros were bored by Buddy's style.

[@DonVal86]

Buddy Rich seemed incredibly arrogant in my opinion. Probably only approved of himself.

[@roxanne4820]

Ginger Baker. Keith Moon. John Bonham. The drumming trinity of 70s rock n' roll.

[@andym28]

I never got why he was so great until hearing this. Trance like and very musical.

[@TheDman216]

africa beats.. was taught to him by Phil seaman

[@dylangatenby9928]

Ginger was a superb jazz blues and rock drummer. Very influential on most of todays players.

[@travelinben1966]

OMG!I would have loved to have been at that show! Ginger is phenomenal beyond words!!!

[@MrGarcon98]

his knowledge of the blues and jazz made him who he was , i learned a lot from him through books of his .. peace .

[@samgarofalo2461]

Over Nine minutes solo, and nothing slow and no sweat dripping. Ginger is a machine !!

[@ccs1711]

RIP Ginger Baker one of the finest drummers in the world 😆 I hope he is drumming with Buddy Rich my favourite drummer of all time 😄 God Bless and the "BEAT" goes on and on and on 😊

[@Thunderbirds501]

The greatest drummer in modern times. Now gone. RIP Ginger 💔

[@zachsummers6250]

jeez lordy...what an incredible talent.....miss you ginger

[@hangzhoujack]

That was the best drumming I have ever seen.....wow..

[@capjoartist1200]

One of the best drummers ever , a Genius . The respectful and friendly greetings of me , Johan Capiau , from Belgium

[@misterfilthy1]

I break a sweat just watching this. I have no idea how he had the energy to actually play it.

[@brendenheil]

Cocaine

[@awn263]

Cocaine, and/or amphetamines. Both were prevalent back in the day.

[@patmccrotch5373]

Baker was a well known junkie, heroin from the mid to late 50s until the day he died. He was a long distance cyclist, which he claims gave him the endurance to out last other drummers. The guy was a full blown prick, but there's no question that his contribution to rock & jazz influenced thousands of musicians, even if it was indirectly.

[@patmccrotch5373]

@@jamesmarciano5838 could be amphetamines too, but he was known for smack, the guy was from the jazz scene for fuck sake.

[@lisacrosby9487]

He had a heart attack during a drum solo one time. Fell right out!

[@markwilensky5547]

a genius in so many ways...inspiring every time I hear him.

[@cflores1889]

Ginger is an underrated genius! Got to see him live a couple years ago, great drummer!

[@troyholm8558]

Ginger Baker was great combination of jazz and rock drummer!!!! He was at his prime for a very short time and then Drugs and alcohol took over his life. What a career he could of had!!!! Unfortunately, he is not alone there have been a lot of rock stars that Ruined their life and careers with drugs and alcohol.

[@mysibs5666]

You're right @Troy Holm Lost both my Siblings at only 40 & 42y.o. but i want to believe that GB still did the best he could do. i mean just look at him... up their with the greats Buddy Rich etc & anyone who admires the DRUM knows who Ginger Baker is., now & will for decades after he departed. Just my opinion but im supposing it's 1 of ? 😊

[@zosxavius]

I see his reputation was very well deserved. Absolutely amazing.

[@CrazyBear65]

RIP Mr. Baker, you mad master of percussion. You're profoundly missed.

[@pad-dydrummer5929]

Absolute Powerhouse. Rest in peace Sir! 💐 An inspiration to many today & a major influence for Hair metal drummers. Must say, the recent song featured in Joker movie - White Room was a unique way to honour Cream & Ginger Baker's legacy. 🔥💖🙏

[@johnsouter4020]

What a band, what a player! He was a cussed old sod, but boy could he play. RIP Ginger, I doubt that we will see your like ever again.

[@roberts22022]

It is absolutely impossible to improve on this... This is PERFECTION...

[@vladavasiljev]

Watch mat gartska and this will sound like amateur efforts and much ado about nothing.

[@sofalugger]

A True GREAT and LEGEND. . RIP. . . .Never knew his love for POLO . . .Horses etc etc. . .

[@cirqui]

HE IS PLAYING WITH EYES CLOSED. I love Keith Moon but definitely Ginger is the best THIS IS SO FUCKING AMAZING

[@mysibs5666]

Always played so laid back... like he was simply lighting a smoke & calmly walking away. Do What You Like part still thrills me since 1970? RIP my beloved inspiration 💜🥁💜 And thank you.

[@XMIR10C]

1968

[@geraldberliner5260]

He just makes it look so effortless, hallmark of a real genius

[@kendorn666]

I grew up with buddy rich as my favorite drummer, but Ginger Baker you are THE MAN!!

[@lancefarmer6143]

Ginger Baker is not only the greatest rock n roll drummer of all time , he was the FIRST "white" Jazz Master Drummer . If you don't know alot about music timing and beats, he is doing stuff that was UNHEARD-OF in the popular music world at that time. In his early years he engulfed himself into African tribal drumming techniques, which gave his music a depth and an originality that sets him apart. One of his major drawbacks, unfortunately very common among virtuosos , is he was famously difficult to work with which in my opinion robbed the mainstream audience of further exposure to his greatness. LONG LIVE GINGER BAKER!!!

[@lefthandyogi]

Right, he was "doing stuff that was UNHEARD-OF in the popular music world", because black musicians were locked out of the world of pop music. I'd venture to say that Chick Webb could have schooled any other drummer - Gene Krupa even said as much. But you never hear about him because at the time he could only play gigs in Harlem, principally at the Savoy; another great black american relegated to obscurity by the rich white men pulling the strings in the professional music scene at the time...

[@crazymamawilliam4048]

Ever heard Ed Cassidy drumming with "Spirit"......HE was the first..........

[@jibsmokestack1]

First White Jazz master drummer? Are u nuts? Have u seen his doc? The first great white jazz drum masters were in the swing era. Dave Tough, Gene Krupa and technique monster Buddy Rich are the foundation of white jazz drummers. Post the swing era into Bebop which is the style Baker played before his rock excursions, there were many great white drummers who imo were better than Baker. Stan Levy, Shelly Manne, Tiny Kahn, Joe Morello & Mel Lewis are just a few names I could mention. There are also many British contemporaries of Baker who I would put ahead of Baker in terms of jazz drumming. His teacher Phil Seaman is an easy shout as he was for me the greatest drummer in British history, Tony Oxley, Bobby Orr, John Stevens and many more names who are at least on par with Baker with regards to Jazz playing, with the 4 names mentioned being better imo! I could on and on. To call Baker the first great white jazz drummer is one of the most ridiculous statements I've heard on the subject!

[@tomwebb8736]

The fuck are you on about

[@davidlewis3201]

He is neither. He is an average skilled rock drummer and poor jazz drummer. Phil Seaman, hismentor could not teach him to keep time.

[@charliecarpenter-o3p]

i had listened cream music but never in concert,,,im amazing this drummer its absolutely The best that i have listened...and im a old school rocker...!!!

[@johnnyd63]

You're amazing? And humble too!

[@dylanwesley3964]

R.I.P Ginger. As a young drummer, that swing transition at 2:06 has kept me awake at night lol, how was it that smooth. He will inspire me to work every single day. The legacy lives on!

[@Gerad1502]

R.I.P. Best Drumer for all Time .

[@Opheggie54]

Now that is an accomplished drummer.

[@RepsDesignPedometerExpress]

Not just best drum solo, but best drum solo video editing EVER!

[@nalvadiodato4728]

R.I.P Ginger Baker obrigado mestre muito obrigado 🙏🙏🙏

[@roberts22022]

Quite rightly named The Best DRUM Solo EVER... Absolutely Incredible...

[@pbaker7160]

It's a very good drum solo, but it's "basic and crude" compared to even the worst solos by drummers like Buddy Rich, Dave Weckl, Vinnie Coliuta and dozens of other drummers.

[@Diana_C219]

Bye Ginger, rest easy lad ❤️

[@trusttrust8472]

Ginger Baker & Energy in Zagreb in 1980 - the best concert I've ever been to. Still recall how it made me feel listening to him and his band. R.I.P. Peter Edward "Ginger" Baker.

[@killforpeae69]

Always Loved you Ginger. In my opinion you were the best, RIP

[@wrenchhead4378]

Amazing form... total professional on stage... once this man got locked in his job was the priority......

[@sanchez16]

RIP Ginger Baker passed away 6/ 10 /2019

[@cocatfan]

10-6-2019

[@calebyorks3213]

@@cocatfan thats how people in other countries write the date. Day, month year. The states use a month, day, year format.

[@usefulvidiots7869]

October 6th, 2019. There, fixed it for everyone.

[@mickpearson6184]

Four independent time signatures playing together. The man was wired differently

[@Bix12]

OH ME F'ING GOOD LORD ! ! ! Now that there is what I call *Rolling Thunder*

[@davidewen5296]

RIP to the highly influential and amazing drummer from the best rock (jazz!) band ever. So much music came from them