Can a drummer be a frontman?

When the lead singer of a band also plays an instrument, it is nearly always guitar or piano, and often bass guitar as well, but rarely do you see a lead singer playing drums. These nine bands, however, broke this trend by having their drummers sing lead on most of their songs, including The Band, The Eagles and more.

Does the singer have to be the frontman?

While most bands have a single lead singer, many others have dual lead singers or other members of the band that sing lead on particular songs. The lead singer often defines the group’s image and personality to the general public. In modern rock music, the lead singer is often the band’s leader and spokesperson.

Does the drummer lead the band?

This doesn’t just apply to the actual notes but also the dynamics and the feel of a song, with a drummer often responsible for leading the feel of the whole band.

Are any drummers lead singers?

Don Henley, drummer for the Eagles, sang lead on many of their hits. Karen Carpenter of The Carpenters was, surprisingly, their drummer. The Monkees’ Mickey Dolenz was both their drummer and one of their lead singers. Levon Helm, of The Band, sang as well as played drums.

What band has a drummer singer?

The legendary Californian rock band Eagles featured a great singer on drums. Don Henley is the lead singer on some of the band’s most known hits, such as Desperado, Hotel California, The Long Run, Get Over It, Witchy Woman, Best Of My Love, and One Of Those Nights.

Is frontman the same as lead singer?

‘Lead singer’ simply says what he or she does; it doesn’t imply that his or her contribution has any greater importance, status or focus than that of anyone else in the group. ‘Frontman’, on the other hand, suggests to me that the other members are ‘background’ performers.

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What does it take to be a drummer in a band?

You can hone your drumming skills by taking private lessons, practicing regularly, and mastering drum rudiments. Once you’ve acquired some serious skills, get as much professional experience as possible by playing different types of gigs and networking with other musicians and industry professionals.

Who is the best drum player in the world?

The top ten drummers of all time

1. 1 – John Bonham. Unsurprisingly, John Bonham is number 1 on most lists of drummers.
2. 2 – Neil Peart.
3. 3 – Stewart Copeland.
4. 4 – Buddy Rich.
5. 5 – Keith Moon.
6. 6 – Dave Grohl.
7. 7 – Ramon “Tiki” Fulwood.
8. 8 – Ginger Baker.

Who is the drummer for the Eagles band?

Don Henley
Scott F. Crago
Eagles/Drummers

What is the role of the drummer in a band?

The drummer’s role is to play time first and foremost, in my opinion, and the rest of the band rely upon that time. I do feel, however, that every player in a band should have good time (no excuses) but the drummers time should be the best and be the one the rest of the players play to.

What are the rules for following the band?

Rule #1: The lead performer of a song is controlling the direction the band is going in, as far as count-offs, feels, dynamics and endings (it’s not the band who controls the performer!) In many cases I have seen singers trying to follow the band for cues; such as count-offs, endings and general feels.

Why is the drummer not grooving or listening?

We all know if the drummer isn’t grooving or listening because the whole band sucks… even if they might have the best guitarist in the world. That guitar player can make it feel even better but if the fundamental feel isn’t good then “game over” and that feel comes from the drums.

Why does the lead singer of a band pick the songs?

That is because the band plays to enhance the lead performer’s strengths. However, whenever POSSIBLE, it is best to try to pick a tune that the band feels falls into a certain level of comfort for them.

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