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Gene Krupa

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American drummer, composer, and bandleader (1909-1973)

United StatesMusiciansLived 1909 to 1973 · aged 64
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Eugene Bertram Krupa was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music.

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Eugene Bertram Krupa was an American jazz drummer, bandleader, and composer. Krupa is widely regarded as one of the most influential drummers in the history of popular music. His drum solo on Benny Goodman's 1937 recording of "Sing, Sing, Sing" elevated the role of the drummer from that of an accompanist to that of an important solo voice in the band.

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1909 to 1973 · aged 64
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28 languages

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