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    CRASH: The World's Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen
    CRASH: The World's Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen
    CRASH: The World's Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen
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    CRASH: The World's Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen

    By David Frangioni, Mark Weiss, Eric Singer and Carl Palmer

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    From snares to cymbals, drums are taking over the stage in this first-ever collected look into some of the most famous drum kits of rock and roll history. 

    Crash is the definitive Illustrated history of the drum kits of rock ’n’ roll legends. Featuring images from live concerts, outdoor festivals, and private recording sessions, this spectacular volume captures the personal connection between artist and instrument. Along with the makes and models, each kit is accompanied by commentary about the history of the kit, its special characteristics, as well as its significance to rock history. Including photographs of Neil Peart, Carl Palmer, Ginger Baker, Keith Moon, Ringo Starr, and many more, Crash is the ultimate photographic guide to the world of rock ’n’ roll’s most famous drum kits.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherInsight Editions
    Release dateJun 14, 2022
    ISBN9781647229795
    CRASH: The World's Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen
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    David Frangioni

    David Frangioni is a music businessman, producer, technologist, engineer, philanthropist, and drummer. He has written for Rolling Stone, Fortune, and Robb Report. Frangioni is considered one of the world’s most prominent and knowledgeable collectors of Clint Eastwood memorabilia, with more than 10,000 items in his ever-growing collection. He is the founder of Frangioni Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to inspiring children through drum healing, and Frangioni Media.

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      Cover: CRASH, by David Frangioni

      CRASH

      The World’s Greatest Drum Kits From Appice to Peart to Van Halen

      CRASH, by David Frangioni, Insight Editions

      This book is dedicated to my mother, Rita C. Frangioni, and father, Silviano J. Frangioni.

      CONTENTS

      Carmine Appice

      Ludwig 1976 Rod Stewart Tour Kit

      Slingerland 1980s Ozzy Osbourne & Ted Nugent Tour Kit

      Slingerland 2004 Leopard Kit

      Ginger Baker

      Drum Workshop Collector’s Series 2015 Rock and Roll Fantasy Camp Kit

      Louie Bellson

      Rogers 1960s Gold Louie Bellson & Sammy Davis Jr. Kit

      Remo Gold Louie Bellson Kit

      Gregg Bissonette

      Yamaha David Lee Roth 1986–87 Eat ’Em and Smile Tour Kit

      Pearl David Lee Roth Skyscraper 1988 Tour Kit

      Hal Blaine

      Ludwig & Blaemire 1960s & ’70s Studio Kit

      Art Blakey

      Gretsch 1960s Custom Moonglow Flame Kit

      Jason Bonham

      Ludwig Vistalite Led Zeppelin Reunion Kit

      Terry Bozzio

      Drum Workshop Collector’s Series Maple U.K. 2012 Reunion Tour Kit

      Tommy Clufetos

      Drum Workshop Black Sabbath Tour Kits

      Vinnie Colaiuta

      Yamaha 1980s Recording Custom Kit

      Gretsch 1990s Vinnie Colaiuta Signature Kit

      Peter Criss

      Pearl 1970s KISS Destroyer Tour Kit

      Steve Gadd

      Yamaha 30th Anniversary Steve Gadd Signature Recording Custom Kit

      Bryan Hitt

      Ludwig Epic Series REO Speedwagon Tour Kit

      Rufus Speedy Jones

      Slingerland White Marine Pearl Double-Bass Kit

      Joey Kramer

      Drum Workshop Collector’s Series Aerosmith Nine Lives Tour Kit

      Nicko McBrain

      Premier 2010 Custom Iron Maiden Tour Kit

      Mitch Mitchell

      Ludwig 1960s Early Hendrix Kit

      Keith Moon

      Premier 2006 Spirit of Lily Kit

      Gil Moore

      Tama 1970s Imperialstar Triumph Tour Kit

      Joe Morello

      Ludwig Super Classic Silver Sparkle Kit

      Carl Palmer

      Custom Stainless Steel 1973–79 ELP Kit

      Premier Stainless Steel 1982–83 Asia Tour Kit

      Black Moon Slingerland Radio King Replica Kit

      Remo ELP 25th Anniversary Reunion Tour Kit

      Paiste Custom Cast 2002 Cymbal Alloy Kit

      Neil Peart

      Drum Workshop Rush R30 Tour Kit

      Mike Portnoy

      Tama Dream Theater Custom Logo Kit

      Cozy Powell

      Yamaha 1990s Kit

      Buddy Rich

      Buddy Rich Drum Company BR Kit

      Jim Riley

      Ludwig Rascal Flatts Tour Kit

      Ed Shaughnessy

      Ludwig 1970s White Tonight Show Kit

      Ludwig 1980s White Tonight Show Kit

      Eric Singer

      Pearl Mirror-Ball 2012–13 KISS Tour Kit

      Pearl 2014 Crystal Beat Las Vegas Kit

      Pearl 2015 KISS Kruise Black Kit

      Neil Smith

      Premier 1973 Alice Cooper Billion Dollar Babies Tour Kit

      Steve Smith

      Sonor Designer Series 1995 Journey Kit

      Sonor Steve Smith 30th Anniversary Signature Series Kit

      Zak Starkey

      Drum Workshop Collector’s Series Custom Acrylic Super Bowl Kit

      Ringo Starr

      1963 Ludwig Downbeat Oyster Black Pearl Kit

      1964 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Black Pearl Kit

      1965 Ludwig Super Classic Oyster Black Pearl Kit

      1967 Ludwig Hollywood Maple Kit

      1967 Ludwig Silver Sparkle Custom Oversized Kit

      Joe Stefko

      Slingerland 1970s Bat Out of Hell Kit

      Todd Sucherman

      Pearl Masterworks Series Styx Tour Kit

      Lars Ulrich

      Tama Lars Ulrich Signature Kit

      Alex Van Halen

      Ludwig 1980 World Invasion Tour Kit

      Ludwig 2012 Truth Tour Kit

      Ludwig Van Halen 2015 Tour Kit

      FOREWORD

      HERE WE HAVE one of the most important collections of drums kits in the world—truly one of a kind.

      This collection of drum sets tells the complete story of rock drumming. The equipment that is seen in this book shows the start of many groundbreaking trends that have gone on to influence both manufactures and drummers alike.

      It’s the first time equipment of this caliber has been documented so carefully and all in one book. This is a must-have book for those wanting to understand the progression of the drum set, changes in drum styles and configurations throughout the years, and most importantly, the different materials used to make these drums—from stainless steel to aluminum and exotic woods, to various high-end plastics—all of which still shapes the way drum sets are made today!

      It’s all here in the book, along with some of the unbelievable creativity that has been used over the years to decorate these drums and make them each unique in their own right.

      Someone had to put this collection together and David has done just that. For all of the drummers around the world, it’s incredible to have this drum set history presented in one book for the whole world to see.

      Sit back and enjoy!

      —Carl Palmer

      INTRODUCTION

      LET’S FACE IT: IF IT WEREN’T FOR DRUMS, WE’D ALL BE LISTENING TO CHAMBER MUSIC. Drums are the heartbeat of rock, pop, R & B, country—you name it—which is why people tend to be fascinated with them. And yet the average person has never had the chance to closely examine a drum set. This book aims to change that.

      The drum set is the most personal of all instruments because it’s the only one that is literally built around the person playing it—both physically and stylistically. As a result, no two drum kits are exactly alike. That’s why drummers are always interested in learning about the different kinds of setups other drummers are using. For those folks, Crash offers a treasure trove of photos and information, not just about any other drum kits, but also about dozens of unique and historically significant sets, as well as the famous drummers who played them.

      WHAT IS A DRUM SET?

      In order to better appreciate the material offered in this book, nondrummers might benefit from a little explanation of what a drum set actually is. So, a drum set (or drum kit) consists of various types and sizes of drums assembled together to be played by one person. A basic kit usually includes a bass drum, snare drum, rack tom, floor tom, set of hi-hat cymbals, and ride cymbal, as well as one or more crash cymbals.

      The bass drum is the largest and lowest-pitched drum on the kit. It’s often referred to as the kick drum because it’s played with the foot. In most musical styles, the bass drum lays down the fundamental beat of a song. The snare drum is a shallow drum fitted with wires, or snares, stretched across its bottom head. It produces a high, crisp sound that cuts through the music for backbeats and syncopated rhythm patterns.

      Rack toms are usually positioned above the bass drum. Depending on their sizes, they produce high- to moderately low-pitched sounds. Floor toms are larger than rack toms and produce a lower-pitched sound. They generally have their own legs, but they’re sometimes suspended on stands.

      A hi-hat is a device that closes two cymbals together when a pedal is depressed, then opens them again when the pedal is released. Hi-hat cymbals are played by hand with sticks to create rhythm patterns, as well as by foot: the chick sound made when the cymbals are closed with the foot helps establish a backbeat.

      A ride cymbal is generally a large-diameter cymbal that’s played with the tip of a stick to help establish the tempo and feel of a song. Crash cymbals are smaller and thinner than ride cymbals and do just what their name implies. They crash when struck, adding emphasis at certain points in the music.

      DIFFERENCES AND SIMILARITIES

      The drum sets shown in this book vary dramatically in size and configuration. Some are relatively small and simple, like those used by jazz greats including Buddy Rich and Joe Morello. But simple kits also made rock history. Just look at the Hello Goodbye kit used by legendary Beatles drummer Ringo Starr or the studio kit played by Mitch Mitchell when he first joined the Jimi Hendrix Experience.

      Of course, the collection also includes kits that can only be described as outsized and outrageous. These include the famous stainless-steel kit that Carl Palmer used with ELP, the iconic Destroyer Tour kit played by original KISS drummer Peter Criss, the unimaginably complex R30 kit played by Rush’s Neil Peart, and the virtually indescribable Siamese Monster that Mike Portnoy used with Dream Theater.

      No matter what they look like, all the drum sets included here have one thing in common: They served the needs of the drummer that played them. Those needs might have been exclusively musical, or they might have also involved the visual aspect of that drummer’s performance. Either way, this remarkable collection brings over sixty years of drumming history to life. Page after page, learn about rock ’n’ roll’s greatest drummers and what made them truly ROCK.

      Sporting some serious rock fashion at an outdoor show in the mid-’80s.

      CARMINE APPICE

      Ludwig 1976 Rod Stewart Tour Kit

      Slingerland 1980s Ozzy Osbourne & Ted Nugent Tour Kit

      Slingerland 1970 Leopard Kit

      IN 1999, MODERN DRUMMER senior editor Rick Van Horn wrote: Carmine Appice set the foundation for heavy drumming… before John Bonham, before Ian Paice, before anyone else. Carmine made his name with the protopsychedelic ’60s power-pop group Vanilla Fudge (who toured with Jimi Hendrix and Cream, and for whom Led Zeppelin opened many times). He went from there to playing hard-driving blues-rock with Cactus and with Beck, Bogert & Appice. In the late ’70s he toured and recorded with Rod Stewart, cowriting Stewart’s monster hit Do Ya Think I’m Sexy.¹

      Carmine has been rocking for more than fifty years, and he’s still going strong.

      Carmine was especially busy in the 1980s. Early in the decade he toured with Ozzy Osbourne and Ted Nugent. A few years later he formed King Kobra, with whom

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