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John Henry Bonham (31 May 1948 – 25 September 1980) was an English musician who was the drummer of the rock band Led Zeppelin. Noted for his speed, power, fast single-footed kick drumming, distinctive sound, and feel for groove, [1] he is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential drummers in history. [2] [3] [4]
Oct 18, 2021 · Per Loudwire, he was put to bed after midnight. On September 25, 1980, Bonham, aged 32, died. He was discovered unresponsive the next afternoon by John Paul Jones and the band's road manager. A coroner later found that he had taken 40 shots of vodka in 12 hours.
May 31, 2023 · Classic Rock. Days of thunder: the triumph and tragedy of John Bonham. By Chris Welch. ( Classic Rock ) published 31 May 2023. John Bonham’s drumming powered Led Zeppelin like the engine of a battleship, but his death in 1980 did for his band. This is his story. (Image credit: Gijsbert Hanekroot)
Oct 14, 2022 · Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham was one of the greatest rock drummers in history. Known to fans as “Bonzo”, his power and energy behind the kit were unmatched. This video unpacks 5 reasons why ...
Mar 5, 2024 · John Bonham (born May 31, 1947, Redditch, Worcestershire, England—died September 25, 1980, Windsor) British rock musician and famed heavy-handed drummer of the Led Zeppelin rock band. Bonham joined Led Zeppelin when it was formed in 1968.
John Bonham (31 May 1948 – 25 September 1980), also known by his nickname ‘Bonzo’, is celebrated as being one of the greatest rock drummers of all time, remaining a constant source of inspiration to generations of drummers since his work in the Rock band Led Zeppelin.
Oct 30, 1980 · J ohn “Bonzo” Bonham, drummer for Led Zeppelin since the group’s inception twelve years ago, was found dead in bed on September 25th after a night of drinking at Zeppelin guitarist Jimmy...
