Hal Blaine

Session drummer and 'Wrecking Crew' member

Hal Blaine - Performers & Entertainers born February 5th, 1929
Born
Died

2019
7 years ago — 90 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent session drummer, contributed to the development of rock and pop music from the 1960s onward. Part of the famed Wrecking Crew, a group of elite session musicians, played on numerous hits for artists across various genres. Recorded with popular acts such as The Beach Boys, Simon & Garfunkel, and Elvis Presley. Participated in the recording of iconic tracks like 'Good Vibrations' and 'Strangers in the Night'. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000.

Played drums on 'Good Vibrations' by The Beach Boys

Played on 'Strangers in the Night' by Frank Sinatra

Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000

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