Joey Kramer

Rock drummer and songwriter of Aerosmith

Joey Kramer - Rock drummer and songwriter of Aerosmith
Born

June 21st, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A prominent rock drummer and songwriter, contributed significantly to the sound of the band Aerosmith. Instrumental in the band's development and success, participated in the creation of classic albums and hit songs. Joined Aerosmith in 1970, contributing to their iconic hard rock style that defined the genre in the 1970s and 1980s. The band achieved commercial success with multiple Grammy Awards and is recognized as one of the best-selling American rock bands of all time.

Drummed for Aerosmith on their hit albums

Contributed to Grammy-winning tracks

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