Ginger Baker

Ginger Baker was an English drummer best known for his work in the 1960s and 70s with bands such as Cream and Blind Faith. His style blended rock and blues with influences from jazz and African rhythms, characterized by powerful, polyrhythmic drumming and extended soloing. Baker also led projects that mixed rock and world music and was known for an intense playing style and outspoken personality. He died in 2019.