The Drum Book: A History of the Rock Drum Kit

Publisher: Backbeat Book
First Edition, 1997
Author: Geoff Nicholls 

"The Drum Book" tells the story of the rock drum kit, from the moment Ringo Starr began to thrash his Ludwigs to the diverse styles of today's players.

Its leading manufacturers, and the drummers who inspired innovation in its making.

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