Patrick Carney
Drummer and producer in rock music
Born
April 15th, 1980
45 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent drummer and musician, associated with the rock band The Black Keys, which achieved significant commercial success. The work with The Black Keys led to several Grammy Awards, showcasing skill in both music production and instrumental performance. In addition to band projects, produced music for various artists and contributed to notable collaborations.
Won multiple Grammy Awards with The Black Keys
Produced albums for various artists
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