Who was the first drum idol? I think the right answer is Gene Krupa. Check out this performance of his back in the heyday of swing music. Gene is responsible for bringing the drums up front on the stage so we owe him a lot. Love that groove. Check out more drumming videos right here: www.facebook.com/danielbedarddrums/videos | Daniel Bédard Drums

Gene Krupa and the famous Boiler Room drum solo from the 1947 film “Beat the Band” 🥁 #drumhistory - ::: SUPPORT DRUM HISTORY ON PATREON - LINK IN BIO:: - Listen here 🔈 www.drumhistorypodcast.com - - Credit: @thecrippledrummer YouTube - #Drummer #drum #drums #genekrupa | Drum History Podcast

Hey Drummers! Remembering the incredible drumming legend Gene Krupa who was born on January 15, 1909. As one of the world's most famous, influential and innovative drummers, he was also a band leader, actor, and composer. Gene's contributions to drumming and making the drummer such a prominent focal point of a band or group changed the world of drums and drumming forever. Join me in remembering and celebrating the great Gene Krupa today! What influence did Gene and his drumming have in your life

Born this week— Gene Krupa (Jan 15, 1909) From his explosive work with Benny Goodman to iconic solos like “Sing, Sing, Sing,” Krupa helped pull the drummer out from the backline and into the spotlight, shaping the sound of swing-era jazz. #genekrupa #jazzlegends #jazzdrums | WBGO

Hello Drummers! Do you have a favourite Gene Krupa recording or performance? Here he is with a TV performance from 1971. We definitely owe this man huge gratitude for the many contributions that he made to modern day drumming! Have you ever seen Gene Krupa play live in person or on a TV show? Please share your experieces with us! For more drum information, photos, videos, educational and unique drumming stuff, stop by The DrumSpot website and and check it out! http://dougmeola.com | Doug Meola's

Remembering the incredible drumming legend Gene Krupa who born on January 15, 1909. As one of the world's most famous, influential and innovative drummers he was also a band leader, actor, and composer. Gene's contributions to drumming and making the drummer such a prominent focal point of a band or group changed the world of drums and drumming forever. Join me in remembering and celebrating the great Gene Krupa today! What influence did Gene and his drumming have in your life as a drummer? For