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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, he is regarded as one of the greatest and most influential drummers in history.
Sep 25, 2023 · Alcoholism. The year 1980 was a sad one for rock fans. Not only was it the year John Lennon was murdered, but it was the final year of Bonham’s life, as well. While Bonham’s death at 32 years ...
John Bonham performs the drum solo from 'Moby Dick' live at Madison Square Garden in New York City in July 1973 from the feature film The Song Remains the Sa...
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.Thi...
Jun 7, 2024 · John Bonham passed away on September 25, 1980, at the age of 32. His cause of death was asphyxiation due to choking on his vomit after consuming a large amount of vodka. Bonham had a history of heavy drinking, and on the night before his passing, he reportedly drank a significant amount at a band rehearsal.
May 31, 2023 · John Henry Bonham was born in Redditch, Worcestershire, on May 31, 1948. His father Jack ran a building company and employed both of his sons, John and Michael. Aged five John began to show interest in music.
May 27, 2024 · John Bonham (born May 31, 1947, Redditch, Worcestershire, England—died September 25, 1980, Windsor) was a British rock musician and famed heavy-handed drummer of the Led Zeppelin rock band.. Bonham joined Led Zeppelin when it was formed in 1968. His aggressive drumming provided the rhythmical base for the group’s music and contributed largely to the success of the band, which gained an ...
John Bonham Biography. 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.. Early Years. John Henry Bonham was born on 31st May 1948 in Redditch, Worcestershire, in the ...
Sep 25, 2020 · On both occasions they enlisted John’s son, Jason Bonham, to sit in behind the kit. John would have been proud: “He’s always drumming, even when we go out in the car he takes his sticks to bash on the seats,” he once said of his son, in the mid-1970s. “Before the end of Led Zeppelin I’m going to have him on stage with us at the ...
Oct 30, 1980 · John Bonham: 1948-1980. Known as 'Bonzo,' Led Zeppelin's drummer was the ultimate room destroyer. By Kurt Loder. October 30, 1980. John Bonham of Led Zeppelin. Michael Putland/Getty Images. J ohn ...
