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Donald George Brewer (born September 3, 1948) is an American drummer and singer. He is one of the originators of the band Grand Funk Railroad .
On September 3rd Clara Eileen and Donald A. Brewer of Swartz Creek, Michigan give birth to one of the most celebrated drummers in classic rock history, Don Brewer. It runs through his blood because by the age of 12, Don starts his very first band. They call themselves The Red Devils.
Grand Funk Railroad (often shortened to Grand Funk) is an American rock band formed in Flint, Michigan, in 1969 by Mark Farner (vocals, guitar, keyboards, harmonica), Don Brewer (drums, vocals), and Mel Schacher (bass).
Sep 22, 2023 · We spoke with Grand Funk Railroad original member, drummer and singer Don Brewer about the band's 50th anniversary 'American Band Tour.' Here's what he said about the song's origin and more.
Don Brewer stands as one of the founding members of Grand Funk Railroad. Along with Mark Farner and Mel Schacher, the group became one of the most popular bands of the 1970s.
Classic Rock Revisited caught up with founding member and drummer Don Brewer to discuss the band’s rise to the top, as well as their upcoming 50 years as a band. GFR proves to be a hard working rock and roll machine that may have even went pop for the money, but not for the reasons one may assume.
Looking back on We’re an American Band, Grand Funk Railroad’s Don Brewer dialed in with ClassicRockHistory.com to dig into its origins, recording, impact, and legacy.
Oct 16, 2017 · Produced by Todd Rundgren and with a catchy hard rocking title track written by drummer Don Brewer, it would remain a staple of FM radio for years and current Classic Rock playlists of today.
While GFR experienced more than its fair share of ups and downs during their prime, these days the current lineup — original founding members Don Brewer (drums) and Mel Schacher (bass), joined by singer Max Carl, guitarist Bruce Kulick, and keyboardist Tim Cashion — play cruises, casinos, fairs, and theaters.
Sep 3, 2022 · The respected rock drummer is proud of the GFR longevity and the wonderful thrill of still performing live. Ray Chelstowski. Sep 3, 2022. GFR 2022 (L-R): Guitarist Bruce Kulick, bassist Mel Schacher, vocalist Max Carl, drummer Don Brewer and keyboardist Tim Cashion. Photo via publicity by Allen Clark.
